Sindo - Keegam, Shopian
Sindo is a village situated in the Keegam tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Shopian and around 6 km from Shopian. Shirmal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Sindo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sindo is 003369. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.9 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Sindo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sindo
According to the 2011 Census, Sindo village had a total population of 1,348 people, including 677 males and 671 females, living in 226 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.87%, with male literacy at 76.62% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 1,348 | 677 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 91 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 785 | 449 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 563 | 228 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Sindo
Sindo 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 Sindo
Sindo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Shopiyan to Sindo is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Sindo is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sindo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sindo 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sindo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sindo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sindo
Where is Sindo located?
Sindo village is located in Keegam Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sindo?
The Halqa Panchayat of Sindo is Shirmal.
What is the pincode of Sindo?
The pincode of Sindo is 192303.
What is the population of Sindo?
Sindo had a total population of 1,348, including 677 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Sindo?
Sindo had 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sindo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sindo was 66.87%. Male literacy was 76.62% and female literacy was 57.14%.