Sham Dalain
Sham Dalain is a village located in Thathri tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Thathri (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Joura Khurd is the gram panchayat of Sham Dalain village.
Sham Dalain has its own place in the vibrant Doda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sham Dalain
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sham Dalain is 004317. The village spans a total geographical area of 61.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182203. Thathri is nearest town to Sham Dalain village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sham Dalain 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 Sham Dalain
Below is a concise population overview of Sham Dalain as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 328 | 181 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 125 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 56 | 103 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sham Dalain village:
- The total population of Sham Dalain village is around 328, including approximately 181 males and 147 females, with a sex ratio of 812 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Sham Dalain village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sham Dalain village has 61 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sham Dalain village is about 51.52%, with male literacy at 69.06% and female literacy at 29.93%.
- There are around 60 households in Sham Dalain village.
Connectivity of Sham Dalain
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sham Dalain. As per the 2011 stats, Sham Dalain had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sham Dalain
Knowing the nearby villages of Sham Dalain helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sham Dalain.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sham Dalain
- Where is Sham Dalain located?
- Sham Dalain village is situated in Thathri Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sham Dalain?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sham Dalain is Joura Khurd (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sham Dalain?
- The pincode of Sham Dalain is 182203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sham Dalain as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sham Dalain is 328, with 181 males and 147 females.
- How many households are there in Sham Dalain as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sham Dalain village has a total of 60 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sham Dalain as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sham Dalain is 51.52%. The male literacy rate is 69.06%, while the female literacy rate is 29.93%.