Shistergam - Dooru, Anantnag
Shistergam is a village situated in the Dooru tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dooru and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Shistergam village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shistergam is 003851. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.3 hectares and falls under the 192211 pincode. Dooru is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Shistergam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shistergam
According to the 2011 Census, Shistergam village had a total population of 730 people, including 369 males and 361 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.45%, with male literacy at 64.64% and female literacy at 42.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 730 | 369 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 106 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 170 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 199 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Shistergam
Shistergam 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 Shistergam
Shistergam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Shistergam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dooru to Shistergam is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Shistergam 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 Shistergam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shistergam 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 Shistergam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shistergam 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 Shistergam
Where is Shistergam located?
Shistergam village is located in Dooru Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Shistergam?
Shistergam is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shistergam?
The pincode of Shistergam is 192211.
What is the population of Shistergam?
Shistergam had a total population of 730, including 369 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Shistergam?
Shistergam had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shistergam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shistergam was 53.45%. Male literacy was 64.64% and female literacy was 42.08%.