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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Shankerpora village has a total population of 2,486 people, consisting of 1,396 males and 1,090 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 780 females per 1,000 males. There are 506 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,187 literate and 1,299 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shankerpora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,486 | 1,396 | 1,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 506 | 329 | 177 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Shankerpora?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankerpora is Shankarpora.
What is the pincode of Shankerpora?
The pincode of Shankerpora is 192211.
What is the population of Shankerpora?
Shankerpora has a total population of 2,486, including 1,396 males and 1,090 females.
How many households are there in Shankerpora?
There are 295 households in Shankerpora.
What is the literacy rate in Shankerpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankerpora is 47.75%. Male literacy is 49.71% and female literacy is 45.23%.