Sher Kot
Sher Kot is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Tangloo is the gram panchayat of Sher Kot village.
Here you can discover what makes Sher Kot unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Sher Kot’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 Sher Kot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sher Kot is 000130. The village spans a total geographical area of 103.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193224. Kupwara is nearest town to Sher Kot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Sher Kot
Population of Sher Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Sher Kot has a total population of about 1,085, with approximately 550 males and 535 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 247 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.71%, with male literacy at about 62.91% and female literacy near 40.19%. There are around 153 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sher Kot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,085 | 550 | 535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 119 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 346 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 204 | 320 |
Connectivity of Sher Kot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sher Kot. As per the 2011 stats, Sher Kot 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 Sher Kot
Knowing the nearby villages of Sher Kot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sher Kot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sher Kot
- Where is Sher Kot located?
- Sher Kot village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sher Kot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sher Kot is Tangloo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sher Kot?
- The pincode of Sher Kot is 193224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sher Kot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sher Kot is 1,085, with 550 males and 535 females.
- How many households are there in Sher Kot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sher Kot village has a total of 153 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sher Kot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sher Kot is 51.71%. The male literacy rate is 62.91%, while the female literacy rate is 40.19%.