Check Sheera - Khansahib, Budgam
Check Sheera is a village situated in the Khansahib tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Khansahib and around 24 km from Budgam. Checkshera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Check Sheera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Check Sheera is 000587. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.3 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Khansahib is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Check Sheera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khan Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Check Sheera
As per Census 2011, Check Sheera village has a total population of 691 people, consisting of 385 males and 306 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 794 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 178 literate and 513 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Check Sheera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 691 | 385 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 120 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 131 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 254 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Check Sheera
Check Sheera 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 Check Sheera
Check Sheera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khansahib to Check Sheera is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Check Sheera 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 Check Sheera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Check Sheera 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Check Sheera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Check Sheera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Check Sheera
Where is Check Sheera located?
Check Sheera village is located in Khansahib Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Check Sheera?
The Gram Panchayat of Check Sheera is Checkshera.
What is the pincode of Check Sheera?
The pincode of Check Sheera is 191111.
What is the population of Check Sheera?
Check Sheera has a total population of 691, including 385 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Check Sheera?
There are 86 households in Check Sheera.
What is the literacy rate in Check Sheera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Check Sheera is 25.76%. Male literacy is 34.03% and female literacy is 15.36%.