Kridi - Shangus, Anantnag
Kridi is a village situated in the Shangus tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shangus and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Krad-a serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kridi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kridi is 003742. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.9 hectares and falls under the 192201 pincode. Shangus is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kridi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kridi
According to the 2011 Census, Kridi village had a total population of 2,087 people, including 1,108 males and 979 females, living in 285 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.55%, with male literacy at 82.12% and female literacy at 57.95%.
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 | 2,087 | 1,108 | 979 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 457 | 258 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,150 | 698 | 452 |
| Illiterate Population | 937 | 410 | 527 |
Nearby Villages of Kridi
Kridi 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 Kridi
Kridi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Kridi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Kridi is about 18 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 Kridi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kridi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kridi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kridi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kridi
Where is Kridi located?
Kridi village is located in Shangus Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kridi?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kridi is Krad-a.
What is the pincode of Kridi?
The pincode of Kridi is 192201.
What is the population of Kridi?
Kridi had a total population of 2,087, including 1,108 males and 979 females.
How many households are there in Kridi?
Kridi had 285 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kridi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kridi was 70.55%. Male literacy was 82.12% and female literacy was 57.95%.