Ringward - Keller, Shopian
Ringward is a village situated in the Keller tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Shopian and around 12 km from Shopian. Keller serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Ringward village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ringward is 003381. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.2 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Ringward village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shopian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ringward
According to the 2011 Census, Ringward village had a total population of 358 people, including 185 males and 173 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.92%, with male literacy at 62.58% and female literacy at 44.20%. 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 | 358 | 185 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 174 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 97 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 88 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Ringward
Ringward 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 Ringward
Ringward is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shopiyan to Ringward is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Ringward is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ringward
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ringward village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ringward
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ringward 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ringward
Where is Ringward located?
Ringward village is located in Keller Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Ringward?
The Halqa Panchayat of Ringward is Keller.
What is the pincode of Ringward?
The pincode of Ringward is 192303.
What is the population of Ringward?
Ringward had a total population of 358, including 185 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Ringward?
Ringward had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ringward?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ringward was 53.92%. Male literacy was 62.58% and female literacy was 44.20%.