Shanu

Shanu is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Shanoo is the gram panchayat of Shanu village.

Shanu has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara 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 Shanu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shanu is 000285. The village spans a total geographical area of 280.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193302. Handwara is nearest town to Shanu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Shanu

Below is a concise population overview of Shanu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,738 920 818
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 329 180 149
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,000 614 386
Illiterate Population 738 306 432

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shanu village:

  • The total population of Shanu village is around 1,738, including approximately 920 males and 818 females, with a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 329 children aged 0–6 years in Shanu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Shanu village is about 57.54%, with male literacy at 66.74% and female literacy at 47.19%.
  • There are around 233 households in Shanu village.

Connectivity of Shanu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shanu. As per the 2011 stats, Shanu 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shanu

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shanu

Where is Shanu located?
Shanu village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shanu?
The Gram Panchayat of Shanu is Shanoo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shanu?
The pincode of Shanu is 193302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shanu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shanu is 1,738, with 920 males and 818 females.
How many households are there in Shanu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shanu village has a total of 233 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shanu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shanu is 57.54%. The male literacy rate is 66.74%, while the female literacy rate is 47.19%.