Sheikhpora - Shangus, Anantnag
Sheikhpora is a village situated in the Shangus tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shangus and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Sheikhpora village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sheikhpora is 003754. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.3 hectares and falls under the 192201 pincode. Shangus is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Sheikhpora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sheikhpora
According to the 2011 Census, Sheikhpora village had a total population of 2,253 people, including 1,185 males and 1,068 females, living in 309 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.62%, with male literacy at 64.54% and female literacy at 45.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 477.
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 | 2,253 | 1,185 | 1,068 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 475 | 229 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 477 | 277 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 989 | 617 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,264 | 568 | 696 |
Nearby Villages of Sheikhpora
Sheikhpora 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 Sheikhpora
Public transport in the Sheikhpora is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sheikhpora is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Sheikhpora is about 24 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 Sheikhpora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sheikhpora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sheikhpora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sheikhpora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sheikhpora
Where is Sheikhpora located?
Sheikhpora village is located in Shangus Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sheikhpora?
Sheikhpora is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sheikhpora?
The pincode of Sheikhpora is 192201.
What is the population of Sheikhpora?
Sheikhpora had a total population of 2,253, including 1,185 males and 1,068 females.
How many households are there in Sheikhpora?
Sheikhpora had 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sheikhpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sheikhpora was 55.62%. Male literacy was 64.54% and female literacy was 45.26%.