Vehil - Shopian
Vehil is a village situated in the Shopian tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Shopian and around 6 km from Shopian. Vehil village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vehil is 003489. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.7 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Vehil 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 Vehil
According to the 2011 Census, Vehil village had a total population of 2,462 people, including 1,231 males and 1,231 females, living in 416 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.36%, with male literacy at 70.33% and female literacy at 54.49%.
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 | 2,462 | 1,231 | 1,231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 186 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,312 | 735 | 577 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,150 | 496 | 654 |
Nearby Villages of Vehil
Vehil 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 Vehil
Vehil is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Shopiyan to Vehil is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Vehil 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 Vehil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vehil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vehil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vehil 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 Vehil
Where is Vehil located?
Vehil village is located in Shopian Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vehil?
Vehil is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vehil?
The pincode of Vehil is 192303.
What is the population of Vehil?
Vehil had a total population of 2,462, including 1,231 males and 1,231 females.
How many households are there in Vehil?
Vehil had 416 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vehil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vehil was 62.36%. Male literacy was 70.33% and female literacy was 54.49%.