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.
Here you can discover what makes Shanu unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Shanu’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 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.
Google Map of Shanu
Population of Shanu
According to the 2011 Census, Shanu has a total population of about 1,738, with approximately 920 males and 818 females. The sex ratio is around 889 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 329 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.54%, with male literacy at about 66.74% and female literacy near 47.19%. There are around 233 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shanu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.