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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Check Sheera village had a total population of 691 people, including 385 males and 306 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 795 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.01%, with male literacy at 49.43% and female literacy at 21.76%.
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 | 691 | 385 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 120 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Check Sheera?
The Halqa 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 had a total population of 691, including 385 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Check Sheera?
Check Sheera had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Check Sheera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Check Sheera was 37.01%. Male literacy was 49.43% and female literacy was 21.76%.