Sheikhpora - Kreeri, Baramulla
Sheikhpora is a village situated in the Kreeri tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Rafiabad and around 30 km from Baramulla. Sheikhpora village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sheikhpora is 002281. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.1 hectares and falls under the 193108 pincode. Watergam is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sheikhpora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangrama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sheikhpora
According to the 2011 Census, Sheikhpora village had a total population of 316 people, including 160 males and 156 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.08%, with male literacy at 82.26% and female literacy at 56.00%.
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 | 316 | 160 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 102 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 58 | 86 |
Transport and Connectivity of Sheikhpora
Sheikhpora 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 Sheikhpora.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Watergam to Sheikhpora is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Sheikhpora is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sheikhpora
Where is Sheikhpora located?
Sheikhpora village is located in Kreeri Tehsil, Baramulla 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 193108.
What is the population of Sheikhpora?
Sheikhpora had a total population of 316, including 160 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Sheikhpora?
Sheikhpora had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sheikhpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sheikhpora was 69.08%. Male literacy was 82.26% and female literacy was 56.00%.