Gund Siligam - Pahalgam, Anantnag
Gund Siligam is a village situated in the Pahalgam tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pahalgam and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Seligam serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Gund Siligam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gund Siligam is 003556. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.7 hectares and falls under the 192126 pincode. Ashmuqam is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Gund Siligam 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 Gund Siligam
According to the 2011 Census, Gund Siligam village had a total population of 165 people, including 87 males and 78 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.84%, with male literacy at 66.15% and female literacy at 42.37%.
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 | 165 | 87 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 43 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 44 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Gund Siligam
Gund Siligam 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 Gund Siligam
Public transport in the Gund Siligam is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gund Siligam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ashmuqam to Gund Siligam is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Gund Siligam is about 20 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 Gund Siligam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gund Siligam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gund Siligam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gund Siligam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gund Siligam
Where is Gund Siligam located?
Gund Siligam village is located in Pahalgam Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Gund Siligam?
The Halqa Panchayat of Gund Siligam is Seligam.
What is the pincode of Gund Siligam?
The pincode of Gund Siligam is 192126.
What is the population of Gund Siligam?
Gund Siligam had a total population of 165, including 87 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Gund Siligam?
Gund Siligam had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gund Siligam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gund Siligam was 54.84%. Male literacy was 66.15% and female literacy was 42.37%.