Firslan - Pahalgam, Anantnag
Firslan is a village situated in the Pahalgam tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pahalgam and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Frislana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Firslan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Firslan is 003520. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.5 hectares and falls under the 192126 pincode. Pahalgam is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Firslan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pahalgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Firslan
As per Census 2011, Firslan village has a total population of 812 people, consisting of 402 males and 410 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 334 literate and 478 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Firslan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 812 | 402 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 76 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 210 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 192 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Firslan
Firslan 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 Firslan
Public transport in the Firslan 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 Pahalgam to Firslan is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Firslan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Firslan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Firslan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Firslan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Firslan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Firslan
Where is Firslan located?
Firslan village is located in Pahalgam Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Firslan?
The Gram Panchayat of Firslan is Frislana.
What is the pincode of Firslan?
The pincode of Firslan is 192126.
What is the population of Firslan?
Firslan has a total population of 812, including 402 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Firslan?
There are 135 households in Firslan.
What is the literacy rate in Firslan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Firslan is 41.13%. Male literacy is 52.24% and female literacy is 30.24%.