Shankerpora - Dooru, Anantnag
Shankerpora is a village situated in the Dooru tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dooru and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Shankarpora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Shankerpora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankerpora is 003840. The village covers a total geographical area of 283.3 hectares and falls under the 192211 pincode. Dooru is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Shankerpora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shankerpora
According to the 2011 Census, Shankerpora village had a total population of 2,486 people, including 1,396 males and 1,090 females, living in 295 households. The sex ratio was 781 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.95%, with male literacy at 65.04% and female literacy at 54.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
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 | 2,486 | 1,396 | 1,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 506 | 329 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,187 | 694 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,299 | 702 | 597 |
Nearby Villages of Shankerpora
Shankerpora is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shankerpora
Shankerpora 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 Shankerpora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dooru to Shankerpora is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Shankerpora is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shankerpora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankerpora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shankerpora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankerpora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shankerpora
Where is Shankerpora located?
Shankerpora village is located in Dooru Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Shankerpora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Shankerpora is Shankarpora.
What is the pincode of Shankerpora?
The pincode of Shankerpora is 192211.
What is the population of Shankerpora?
Shankerpora had a total population of 2,486, including 1,396 males and 1,090 females.
How many households are there in Shankerpora?
Shankerpora had 295 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankerpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankerpora was 59.95%. Male literacy was 65.04% and female literacy was 54.00%.