Sharote - Thathri, Doda
Sharote is a village situated in the Thathri tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thathri and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Sharote village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sharote is 004245. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.5 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sharote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sharote
According to the 2011 Census, Sharote village had a total population of 598 people, including 303 males and 295 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.19%, with male literacy at 87.25% and female literacy at 63.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 293.
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 | 598 | 303 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 52 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 150 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 219 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 84 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Sharote
Sharote 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 Sharote
Sharote 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 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 Doda to Sharote is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Sharote 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 Sharote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sharote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sharote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sharote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sharote
Where is Sharote located?
Sharote village is located in Thathri Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sharote?
Sharote is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sharote?
The pincode of Sharote is 182203.
What is the population of Sharote?
Sharote had a total population of 598, including 303 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Sharote?
Sharote had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sharote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sharote was 75.19%. Male literacy was 87.25% and female literacy was 63.77%.