Shankhoja - Bhaderwah, Doda
Shankhoja is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Chinote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankhoja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankhoja is 004503. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.7 hectares and falls under the 182222 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Shankhoja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shankhoja
According to the 2011 Census, Shankhoja village had a total population of 138 people, including 67 males and 71 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.52%, with male literacy at 74.58% and female literacy at 56.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 135.
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 | 138 | 67 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 65 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 23 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Shankhoja
Shankhoja 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 Shankhoja
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Shankhoja.
| 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 Baderwah to Shankhoja is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Shankhoja is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shankhoja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankhoja 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shankhoja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankhoja 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shankhoja
Where is Shankhoja located?
Shankhoja village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankhoja?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankhoja is Chinote.
What is the pincode of Shankhoja?
The pincode of Shankhoja is 182222.
What is the population of Shankhoja?
Shankhoja had a total population of 138, including 67 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Shankhoja?
Shankhoja had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shankhoja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shankhoja was 65.52%. Male literacy was 74.58% and female literacy was 56.14%.