Shalgam - Bijbehara, Anantnag
Shalgam is a village situated in the Bijbehara tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijbehara and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Shalgam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shalgam is 003596. The village covers a total geographical area of 314.4 hectares and falls under the 192124 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shalgam 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 Shalgam
As per Census 2011, Shalgam village has a total population of 2,247 people, consisting of 1,136 males and 1,111 females. The village has 329 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,056 literate and 1,191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shalgam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,247 | 1,136 | 1,111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 200 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,056 | 665 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,191 | 471 | 720 |
Nearby Villages of Shalgam
Shalgam 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 Shalgam
Shalgam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shalgam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beijbehara to Shalgam is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Shalgam is about 24 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 Shalgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shalgam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shalgam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shalgam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shalgam
Where is Shalgam located?
Shalgam village is located in Bijbehara Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shalgam?
Shalgam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shalgam?
The pincode of Shalgam is 192124.
What is the population of Shalgam?
Shalgam has a total population of 2,247, including 1,136 males and 1,111 females.
How many households are there in Shalgam?
There are 329 households in Shalgam.
What is the literacy rate in Shalgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shalgam is 47.00%. Male literacy is 58.54% and female literacy is 35.19%.