Shehar Timber - Kathua
Shehar Timber is a village situated in the Kathua tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Kathua, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Nihalpur serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Shehar Timber village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shehar Timber is 001826. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 184143 pincode. Kathua is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Shehar Timber village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kathua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shehar Timber
According to the 2011 Census, Shehar Timber village had a total population of 212 people, including 114 males and 98 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 860 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.68%, with male literacy at 75.25% and female literacy at 60.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 212 | 114 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 53 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 76 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 38 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Shehar Timber
Shehar Timber 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 Shehar Timber
Shehar Timber is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kathua to Shehar Timber is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shehar Timber
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shehar Timber 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shehar Timber
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shehar Timber 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shehar Timber
Where is Shehar Timber located?
Shehar Timber village is located in Kathua Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Shehar Timber?
The Halqa Panchayat of Shehar Timber is Nihalpur.
What is the pincode of Shehar Timber?
The pincode of Shehar Timber is 184143.
What is the population of Shehar Timber?
Shehar Timber had a total population of 212, including 114 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Shehar Timber?
Shehar Timber had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shehar Timber?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shehar Timber was 68.68%. Male literacy was 75.25% and female literacy was 60.49%.