Shibba - Nagrota, Jammu
Shibba is a village situated in the Nagrota tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 26 km from Jammu and around 26 km from Jammu. Chibba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shibba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shibba is 005673. The village covers a total geographical area of 1223.8 hectares and falls under the 181221 pincode. Nagrota is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Shibba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shibba
According to the 2011 Census, Shibba village had a total population of 1,220 people, including 630 males and 590 females, living in 241 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.58%, with male literacy at 66.27% and female literacy at 46.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 237, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 762.
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 | 1,220 | 630 | 590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 129 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 122 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 762 | 398 | 364 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 332 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 661 | 298 | 363 |
Nearby Villages of Shibba
Shibba 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 Shibba
Public transport in the Shibba is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Nagrota to Shibba is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Shibba is about 26 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 Shibba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shibba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shibba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shibba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shibba
Where is Shibba located?
Shibba village is located in Nagrota Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shibba?
The Gram Panchayat of Shibba is Chibba.
What is the pincode of Shibba?
The pincode of Shibba is 181221.
What is the population of Shibba?
Shibba had a total population of 1,220, including 630 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Shibba?
Shibba had 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shibba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shibba was 56.58%. Male literacy was 66.27% and female literacy was 46.61%.