Shingni

Shingni is a village located in Gandoh tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Gandoh (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Shengani is the gram panchayat of Shingni village.

Here you can discover what makes Shingni unique in its vibrant Gandoh-Doda region. You’ll see Shingni’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Shingni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shingni is 004370. The village spans a total geographical area of 203.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182203. Doda is nearest town to Shingni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 73km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shingni village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shingni

According to the 2011 Census, Shingni has a total population of about 1,201, with approximately 634 males and 567 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 216 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 248 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 447. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.88%, with male literacy at about 62.15% and female literacy near 29.81%. There are around 205 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shingni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,201 634 567
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 216 111 105
Scheduled Castes (SC) 248 136 112
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 447 228 219
Literate Population 563 394 169
Illiterate Population 638 240 398

Connectivity of Shingni

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shingni. As per the 2011 stats, Shingni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shingni

Knowing the nearby villages of Shingni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shingni.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shingni

Where is Shingni located?
Shingni village is situated in Gandoh Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shingni?
The Gram Panchayat of Shingni is Shengani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shingni?
The pincode of Shingni is 182203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shingni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shingni is 1,201, with 634 males and 567 females.
How many households are there in Shingni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shingni village has a total of 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shingni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shingni is 46.88%. The male literacy rate is 62.15%, while the female literacy rate is 29.81%.