Shirora - Bhaderwah, Doda
Shirora is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderewah and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Sangoie serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shirora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shirora is 004421. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.5 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Baderwah" is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Shirora 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 Shirora
According to the 2011 Census, Shirora village had a total population of 405 people, including 201 males and 204 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.69%, with male literacy at 82.17% and female literacy at 60.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80.
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 | 405 | 201 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 44 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 34 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 129 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 72 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Shirora
Shirora 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 Shirora
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Shirora.
| 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 Shirora is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Shirora is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shirora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shirora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shirora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shirora 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 Shirora
Where is Shirora located?
Shirora village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shirora?
The Gram Panchayat of Shirora is Sangoie.
What is the pincode of Shirora?
The pincode of Shirora is 182221.
What is the population of Shirora?
Shirora had a total population of 405, including 201 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Shirora?
Shirora had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shirora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shirora was 70.69%. Male literacy was 82.17% and female literacy was 60.34%.