Sheikh Pura
Sheikh Pura is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Sheikh Pura unique in its vibrant Bishnah-Jammu region. You’ll see Sheikh Pura’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 Sheikh Pura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sheikh Pura is 006248. The village spans a total geographical area of 100.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181131. Bishnah is nearest town to Sheikh Pura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sheikh Pura 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 Bishnah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sheikh Pura
Population of Sheikh Pura
According to the 2011 Census, Sheikh Pura has a total population of about 548, with approximately 279 males and 269 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 54 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 386 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.92%, with male literacy at about 79.93% and female literacy near 75.84%. There are around 125 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sheikh Pura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 548 | 279 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 386 | 191 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 427 | 223 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 56 | 65 |
Connectivity of Sheikh Pura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sheikh Pura. As per the 2011 stats, Sheikh Pura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sheikh Pura
Knowing the nearby villages of Sheikh Pura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sheikh Pura.
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%.