Sahoora - Uri, Baramulla
Sahoora is a village situated in the Uri tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Uri and around 65 km from Bramulla. Silikote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahoora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahoora is 002547. The village covers a total geographical area of 321.3 hectares and falls under the 193123 pincode. Uri is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sahoora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahoora
As per Census 2011, Sahoora village has a total population of 110 people, consisting of 63 males and 47 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 746 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 54 literate and 56 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahoora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 110 | 63 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 35 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 28 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Sahoora
Sahoora 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 Sahoora
Public transport in the Sahoora is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uri to Sahoora is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bramulla to Sahoora is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahoora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahoora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sahoora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahoora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahoora
Where is Sahoora located?
Sahoora village is located in Uri Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahoora?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahoora is Silikote.
What is the pincode of Sahoora?
The pincode of Sahoora is 193123.
What is the population of Sahoora?
Sahoora has a total population of 110, including 63 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Sahoora?
There are 21 households in Sahoora.
What is the literacy rate in Sahoora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahoora is 49.09%. Male literacy is 55.56% and female literacy is 40.43%.