Shermal
Shermal is a village located in Shopian tehsil of Shupiyan district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 17km away from Shopian, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shermal village.
Here you can discover what makes Shermal unique in its vibrant Shopian-Shupiyan region. You’ll see Shermal’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 Shermal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shermal is 003325. The village spans a total geographical area of 242.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 192305. Shopiyan is nearest town to Shermal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Shermal
Population of Shermal
According to the 2011 Census, Shermal has a total population of about 979, with approximately 502 males and 477 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 182 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 50.46%, with male literacy at about 57.37% and female literacy near 43.19%. There are around 145 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shermal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 979 | 502 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 97 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 494 | 288 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 214 | 271 |
Connectivity of Shermal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shermal. As per the 2011 stats, Shermal 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 Shermal
Knowing the nearby villages of Shermal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shermal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shermal
- Where is Shermal located?
- Shermal village is situated in Shopian Tehsil, within the Shupiyan district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Shermal?
- The pincode of Shermal is 192305, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shermal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shermal is 979, with 502 males and 477 females.
- How many households are there in Shermal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shermal village has a total of 145 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shermal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shermal is 50.46%. The male literacy rate is 57.37%, while the female literacy rate is 43.19%.