Shil Thra
Shil Thra 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 29km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Banday is the gram panchayat of Shil Thra village.
Here you can discover what makes Shil Thra unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Shil Thra’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 Shil Thra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shil Thra is 000273. The village spans a total geographical area of 29.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193302. Handwara is nearest town to Shil Thra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
Google Map of Shil Thra
Population of Shil Thra
According to the 2011 Census, Shil Thra has a total population of about 366, with approximately 214 males and 152 females. The sex ratio is around 710 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 78 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 366. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.72%, with male literacy at about 49.07% and female literacy near 36.18%. There are around 68 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shil Thra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 366 | 214 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 51 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 366 | 214 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 105 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 109 | 97 |
Connectivity of Shil Thra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shil Thra. As per the 2011 stats, Shil Thra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shil Thra
Knowing the nearby villages of Shil Thra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shil Thra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shil Thra
- Where is Shil Thra located?
- Shil Thra village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shil Thra?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shil Thra is Banday (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shil Thra?
- The pincode of Shil Thra is 193302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shil Thra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shil Thra is 366, with 214 males and 152 females.
- How many households are there in Shil Thra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shil Thra village has a total of 68 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shil Thra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shil Thra is 43.72%. The male literacy rate is 49.07%, while the female literacy rate is 36.18%.