Shahdhara - Thana Mandi, Rajouri
Shahdhara is a village situated in the Thana Mandi tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Thana Mandi and around 29 km from Rajouri. Shahdra Sharief-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahdhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahdhara is 001268. The village covers a total geographical area of 642.2 hectares and falls under the 185212 pincode.
Shahdhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shahdhara
As per Census 2011, Shahdhara village has a total population of 3,299 people, consisting of 1,705 males and 1,594 females. The village has 662 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 673 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,811 literate and 1,488 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,047 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shahdhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,299 | 1,705 | 1,594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 673 | 362 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,047 | 534 | 513 |
| Literate Population | 1,811 | 1,043 | 768 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,488 | 662 | 826 |
Nearby Villages of Shahdhara
Shahdhara 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 Shahdhara
Shahdhara 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 Rajouri to Shahdhara is about 29 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 Shahdhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahdhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shahdhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shahdhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shahdhara
Where is Shahdhara located?
Shahdhara village is located in Thana Mandi Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahdhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahdhara is Shahdra Sharief-a.
What is the pincode of Shahdhara?
The pincode of Shahdhara is 185212.
What is the population of Shahdhara?
Shahdhara has a total population of 3,299, including 1,705 males and 1,594 females.
How many households are there in Shahdhara?
There are 662 households in Shahdhara.
What is the literacy rate in Shahdhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahdhara is 54.90%. Male literacy is 61.17% and female literacy is 48.18%.