Sheikh Pura
About Sheikh Pura
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sheikh Pura village is 006248. Sheikh Pura village is located in Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Bishnah (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Kathar is the gram panchayat of Sheikh Pura village.
The total geographical area of village is 100.4 hectares. Sheikh Pura has a total population of 548 peoples, out of which male population is 279 while female population is 269. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 964 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sheikh pura village is 77.92% out of which 79.93% males and 75.84% females are literate. There are about 125 houses in sheikh pura village. Pincode of sheikh pura village locality is 181131.
When it comes to administration, Sheikh Pura village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sheikh Pura village comes under Bishnah Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jammu Lok Sabha constituency. Bishnah is nearest town to sheikh pura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Sheikh Pura
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 548 | 279 | 269 |
| Literate Population | 427 | 223 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 56 | 65 |
Connectivity of Sheikh Pura
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sheikh Pura
Where is Sheikh Pura located?
Sheikh Pura village is situated in Bishnah Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sheikh Pura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sheikh Pura is Kathar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sheikh Pura?
The pincode of Sheikh Pura is 181131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sheikh Pura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sheikh Pura is 548, with 279 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Sheikh Pura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sheikh Pura village has a total of 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sheikh Pura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sheikh Pura is 77.92%. The male literacy rate is 79.93%, while the female literacy rate is 75.84%.