Shamdalian - Kahara, Doda
Shamdalian is a village situated in the Kahara tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Thathri and around 50 km from Doda. Joura Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shamdalian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamdalian is 004317. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.1 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Thathri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shamdalian 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 Shamdalian
As per Census 2011, Shamdalian village has a total population of 328 people, consisting of 181 males and 147 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 812 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 169 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shamdalian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 328 | 181 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 125 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 56 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Shamdalian
Shamdalian 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 Shamdalian
Public transport in the Shamdalian 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 Thathri to Shamdalian is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Shamdalian is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shamdalian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamdalian 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 Shamdalian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamdalian 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 Shamdalian
Where is Shamdalian located?
Shamdalian village is located in Kahara Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamdalian?
The Gram Panchayat of Shamdalian is Joura Khurd.
What is the pincode of Shamdalian?
The pincode of Shamdalian is 182203.
What is the population of Shamdalian?
Shamdalian has a total population of 328, including 181 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Shamdalian?
There are 60 households in Shamdalian.
What is the literacy rate in Shamdalian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamdalian is 51.52%. Male literacy is 69.06% and female literacy is 29.93%.