Shairgund - Shangus, Anantnag
Shairgund is a village situated in the Shangus tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shangus and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Shirgund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shairgund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shairgund is 003755. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.8 hectares and falls under the 192201 pincode. Shangus is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Shairgund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shairgund
As per Census 2011, Shairgund village has a total population of 1,563 people, consisting of 817 males and 746 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 350 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 616 literate and 947 illiterate residents. Additionally, 539 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shairgund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,563 | 817 | 746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 196 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 539 | 274 | 265 |
| Literate Population | 616 | 401 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 947 | 416 | 531 |
Nearby Villages of Shairgund
Shairgund 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 Shairgund
Public transport in the Shairgund is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shairgund is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Shairgund is about 20 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 Shairgund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shairgund 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 Shairgund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shairgund 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 Shairgund
Where is Shairgund located?
Shairgund village is located in Shangus Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shairgund?
The Gram Panchayat of Shairgund is Shirgund.
What is the pincode of Shairgund?
The pincode of Shairgund is 192201.
What is the population of Shairgund?
Shairgund has a total population of 1,563, including 817 males and 746 females.
How many households are there in Shairgund?
There are 287 households in Shairgund.
What is the literacy rate in Shairgund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shairgund is 39.41%. Male literacy is 49.08% and female literacy is 28.82%.