Shora Kala - Faridpur, Bareilly
Shora Kala is a village situated in the Faridpur tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Faridpur and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Sahora Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shora Kala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shora Kala is 130842. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.6 hectares and falls under the 243503 pincode. Bareilly is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Shora Kala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Shora Kala
According to the 2011 Census, Shora Kala village had a total population of 500 people, including 260 males and 240 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.69%, with male literacy at 60.45% and female literacy at 56.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140.
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 | 500 | 260 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 67 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 133 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 127 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Shora Kala
Shora Kala 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 Shora Kala
Public transport in the Shora Kala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shora Kala.
| 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 Bareilly to Shora Kala is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bareilly to Shora Kala is about 37 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 Shora Kala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shora Kala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shora Kala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shora Kala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shora Kala
Where is Shora Kala located?
Shora Kala village is located in Faridpur Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shora Kala?
The Gram Panchayat of Shora Kala is Sahora Khurd.
What is the pincode of Shora Kala?
The pincode of Shora Kala is 243503.
What is the population of Shora Kala?
Shora Kala had a total population of 500, including 260 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Shora Kala?
Shora Kala had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shora Kala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shora Kala was 58.69%. Male literacy was 60.45% and female literacy was 56.80%.