Shar Shali - Pampore, Pulwama
Shar Shali is a village situated in the Pampore tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pampore and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Shar-a Lonepora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Shar Shali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shar Shali is 002976. The village covers a total geographical area of 655.6 hectares and falls under the 192121 pincode. Pampore is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Shar Shali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pampore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shar Shali
According to the 2011 Census, Shar Shali village had a total population of 6,178 people, including 3,782 males and 2,396 females, living in 853 households. The sex ratio was 634 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.81%, with male literacy at 76.08% and female literacy at 41.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 337.
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 | 6,178 | 3,782 | 2,396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 857 | 492 | 365 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 187 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 3,342 | 2,503 | 839 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,836 | 1,279 | 1,557 |
Nearby Villages of Shar Shali
Shar Shali 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 Shar Shali
Shar Shali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shar Shali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pampore to Shar Shali is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Shar Shali is about 30 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 Shar Shali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shar Shali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shar Shali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shar Shali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shar Shali
Where is Shar Shali located?
Shar Shali village is located in Pampore Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Shar Shali?
The Halqa Panchayat of Shar Shali is Shar-a Lonepora.
What is the pincode of Shar Shali?
The pincode of Shar Shali is 192121.
What is the population of Shar Shali?
Shar Shali had a total population of 6,178, including 3,782 males and 2,396 females.
How many households are there in Shar Shali?
Shar Shali had 853 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shar Shali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shar Shali was 62.81%. Male literacy was 76.08% and female literacy was 41.31%.