Shiendara - Haveli, Poonch
Shiendara is a village situated in the Haveli tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Haveli and around 12 km from Punch. Shiendara Upper serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Shiendara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shiendara is 001138. The village covers a total geographical area of 1030 hectares and falls under the 185101 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Shiendara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shiendara
According to the 2011 Census, Shiendara village had a total population of 3,758 people, including 1,951 males and 1,807 females, living in 681 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.22%, with male literacy at 83.89% and female literacy at 63.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,242.
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 | 3,758 | 1,951 | 1,807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 666 | 356 | 310 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,242 | 1,177 | 1,065 |
| Literate Population | 2,295 | 1,338 | 957 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,463 | 613 | 850 |
Nearby Villages of Shiendara
Shiendara 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 Shiendara
Shiendara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Punch to Shiendara is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shiendara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shiendara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shiendara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shiendara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shiendara
Where is Shiendara located?
Shiendara village is located in Haveli Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Shiendara?
The Halqa Panchayat of Shiendara is Shiendara Upper.
What is the pincode of Shiendara?
The pincode of Shiendara is 185101.
What is the population of Shiendara?
Shiendara had a total population of 3,758, including 1,951 males and 1,807 females.
How many households are there in Shiendara?
Shiendara had 681 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shiendara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shiendara was 74.22%. Male literacy was 83.89% and female literacy was 63.93%.