Adder - Bijbehara, Anantnag
Adder is a village situated in the Bijbehara tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijbehara and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Adder village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Adder is 003621. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.5 hectares and falls under the 192124 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Adder village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijbehara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Adder
According to the 2011 Census, Adder village had a total population of 1,016 people, including 502 males and 514 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.58%, with male literacy at 73.54% and female literacy at 52.48%.
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 | 1,016 | 502 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 75 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 314 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 188 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Adder
Adder 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 Adder
Adder is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Adder.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Beijbehara to Adder is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Adder 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 Adder
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Adder village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Adder
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Adder village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Adder
Where is Adder located?
Adder village is located in Bijbehara Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Adder?
Adder is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Adder?
The pincode of Adder is 192124.
What is the population of Adder?
Adder had a total population of 1,016, including 502 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Adder?
Adder had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Adder?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Adder was 62.58%. Male literacy was 73.54% and female literacy was 52.48%.