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.

Sher Kot 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 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.

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Population of Sher Kot

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Sher Kot village is around 1,085, including approximately 550 males and 535 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 247 children aged 0–6 years in Sher Kot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sher Kot village has 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sher Kot village is about 51.71%, with male literacy at 62.91% and female literacy at 40.19%.
  • There are around 153 households in Sher Kot village.

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.

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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%.