Kreeri - Shangus, Anantnag
Kreeri is a village situated in the Shangus tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shangus and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Kreeri village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kreeri is 003756. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.2 hectares and falls under the 192201 pincode. Shangus is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kreeri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kreeri
According to the 2011 Census, Kreeri village had a total population of 1,617 people, including 849 males and 768 females, living in 277 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.30%, with male literacy at 81.85% and female literacy at 54.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 276.
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 | 1,617 | 849 | 768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 177 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 276 | 143 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 905 | 550 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 299 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Kreeri
Kreeri 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 Kreeri
Kreeri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shangus to Kreeri is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Kreeri is about 19 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 Kreeri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kreeri 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kreeri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kreeri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kreeri
Where is Kreeri located?
Kreeri village is located in Shangus Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kreeri?
Kreeri is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kreeri?
The pincode of Kreeri is 192201.
What is the population of Kreeri?
Kreeri had a total population of 1,617, including 849 males and 768 females.
How many households are there in Kreeri?
Kreeri had 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kreeri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kreeri was 68.30%. Male literacy was 81.85% and female literacy was 54.36%.