Shangran - Dooru, Anantnag
Shangran is a village situated in the Dooru tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dooru and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Nowpora B serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Shangran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shangran is 003819. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.3 hectares and falls under the 192211 pincode. Anantnag is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Shangran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shangran
According to the 2011 Census, Shangran village had a total population of 3,476 people, including 1,778 males and 1,698 females, living in 429 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.15%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 60.00%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,476 | 1,778 | 1,698 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 796 | 418 | 378 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,880 | 1,088 | 792 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,596 | 690 | 906 |
Transport and Connectivity of Shangran
Shangran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shangran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anantnag to Shangran is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shangran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shangran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shangran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shangran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shangran
Where is Shangran located?
Shangran village is located in Dooru Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Shangran?
The Halqa Panchayat of Shangran is Nowpora B.
What is the pincode of Shangran?
The pincode of Shangran is 192211.
What is the population of Shangran?
Shangran had a total population of 3,476, including 1,778 males and 1,698 females.
How many households are there in Shangran?
Shangran had 429 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shangran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shangran was 70.15%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 60.00%.