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
According to the 2011 Census, Sahoora village had a total population of 110 people, including 63 males and 47 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 746 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.29%, with male literacy at 74.47% and female literacy at 51.35%.
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 | 110 | 63 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 110, including 63 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Sahoora?
Sahoora had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahoora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahoora was 64.29%. Male literacy was 74.47% and female literacy was 51.35%.