Sherabad - Tral, Pulwama
Sherabad is a village situated in the Tral tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tral and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Sharabad serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Sherabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sherabad is 003068. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.4 hectares and falls under the 192123 pincode. Tral is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sherabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tral Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sherabad
According to the 2011 Census, Sherabad village had a total population of 1,179 people, including 605 males and 574 females, living in 187 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.56%, with male literacy at 80.60% and female literacy at 53.91%.
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 | 1,179 | 605 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 708 | 432 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 173 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Sherabad
Sherabad 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 Sherabad
Sherabad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sherabad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tral to Sherabad is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Sherabad 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 Sherabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sherabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sherabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sherabad 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 Sherabad
Where is Sherabad located?
Sherabad village is located in Tral Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sherabad?
The Halqa Panchayat of Sherabad is Sharabad.
What is the pincode of Sherabad?
The pincode of Sherabad is 192123.
What is the population of Sherabad?
Sherabad had a total population of 1,179, including 605 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Sherabad?
Sherabad had 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sherabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sherabad was 67.56%. Male literacy was 80.60% and female literacy was 53.91%.