Shelhal - Handwara, Kupwara
Shelhal is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Shahal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Shelhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelhal is 000161. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.6 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shelhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shelhal
According to the 2011 Census, Shelhal village had a total population of 1,376 people, including 698 males and 678 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.07%, with male literacy at 69.66% and female literacy at 48.02%.
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 | 1,376 | 698 | 678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 118 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 671 | 404 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 705 | 294 | 411 |
Nearby Villages of Shelhal
Shelhal 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 Shelhal
Shelhal 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 5-10 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 Handwara to Shelhal is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Shelhal is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shelhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shelhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shelhal
Where is Shelhal located?
Shelhal village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Shelhal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Shelhal is Shahal.
What is the pincode of Shelhal?
The pincode of Shelhal is 193221.
What is the population of Shelhal?
Shelhal had a total population of 1,376, including 698 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Shelhal?
Shelhal had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelhal was 59.07%. Male literacy was 69.66% and female literacy was 48.02%.