Shihil Hal
Shihil Hal is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Shahal is the gram panchayat of Shihil Hal village.
Here you can discover what makes Shihil Hal unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Shihil Hal’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 Shihil Hal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shihil Hal is 000161. The village spans a total geographical area of 224.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193221. Handwara is nearest town to Shihil Hal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Shihil Hal
Population of Shihil Hal
According to the 2011 Census, Shihil Hal has a total population of about 1,376, with approximately 698 males and 678 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 240 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 48.76%, with male literacy at about 57.88% and female literacy near 39.38%. There are around 208 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shihil Hal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,376 | 698 | 678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 118 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 671 | 404 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 705 | 294 | 411 |
Connectivity of Shihil Hal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shihil Hal. As per the 2011 stats, Shihil Hal 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shihil Hal
Knowing the nearby villages of Shihil Hal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shihil Hal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shihil Hal
- Where is Shihil Hal located?
- Shihil Hal village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shihil Hal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shihil Hal is Shahal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shihil Hal?
- The pincode of Shihil Hal is 193221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shihil Hal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shihil Hal is 1,376, with 698 males and 678 females.
- How many households are there in Shihil Hal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shihil Hal village has a total of 208 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shihil Hal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shihil Hal is 48.76%. The male literacy rate is 57.88%, while the female literacy rate is 39.38%.