Litter Shister - Shahoora (Litter), Pulwama
Litter Shister is a village situated in the Shahoora (Litter) tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Pulwama and around 15 km from Pulwama. Litter serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Litter Shister village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Litter Shister is 003277. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.4 hectares and falls under the 192302 pincode. Pulwama is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Litter Shister village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Litter Shister
According to the 2011 Census, Litter Shister village had a total population of 3,525 people, including 1,777 males and 1,748 females, living in 586 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.35%, with male literacy at 75.37% and female literacy at 53.27%.
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 | 3,525 | 1,777 | 1,748 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 425 | 222 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,995 | 1,172 | 823 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,530 | 605 | 925 |
Nearby Villages of Litter Shister
Litter Shister 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 Litter Shister
Litter Shister is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Litter Shister.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pulwama to Litter Shister is about 15 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 Litter Shister
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Litter Shister village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Litter Shister
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Litter Shister village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Litter Shister
Where is Litter Shister located?
Litter Shister village is located in Shahoora (Litter) Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Litter Shister?
The Halqa Panchayat of Litter Shister is Litter.
What is the pincode of Litter Shister?
The pincode of Litter Shister is 192302.
What is the population of Litter Shister?
Litter Shister had a total population of 3,525, including 1,777 males and 1,748 females.
How many households are there in Litter Shister?
Litter Shister had 586 households.
What is the literacy rate in Litter Shister?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Litter Shister was 64.35%. Male literacy was 75.37% and female literacy was 53.27%.