Shanoo - Langate, Kupwara
Shanoo is a village situated in the Langate tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Handwara and around 36 km from Kupwara. Shanoo village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shanoo is 000285. The village covers a total geographical area of 280.9 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Shanoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shanoo
According to the 2011 Census, Shanoo village had a total population of 1,738 people, including 920 males and 818 females, living in 233 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.97%, with male literacy at 82.97% and female literacy at 57.70%.
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 | 1,738 | 920 | 818 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 180 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,000 | 614 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 738 | 306 | 432 |
Transport and Connectivity of Shanoo
Shanoo 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 | 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 Handwara to Shanoo is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Shanoo is about 36 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 Shanoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shanoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shanoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shanoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shanoo
Where is Shanoo located?
Shanoo village is located in Langate Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Shanoo?
Shanoo is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shanoo?
The pincode of Shanoo is 193302.
What is the population of Shanoo?
Shanoo had a total population of 1,738, including 920 males and 818 females.
How many households are there in Shanoo?
Shanoo had 233 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shanoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shanoo was 70.97%. Male literacy was 82.97% and female literacy was 57.70%.