Hangalpahoo - Pahalgam, Anantnag
Hangalpahoo is a village situated in the Pahalgam tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mattan and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Hangalpawa serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Hangalpahoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hangalpahoo is 003566. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.4 hectares and falls under the 192126 pincode. Seer is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Hangalpahoo 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 Hangalpahoo
According to the 2011 Census, Hangalpahoo village had a total population of 1,038 people, including 539 males and 499 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.83%, with male literacy at 56.93% and female literacy at 37.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
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 | 1,038 | 539 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 142 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 226 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 675 | 313 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Hangalpahoo
Hangalpahoo 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 Hangalpahoo
Hangalpahoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seer to Hangalpahoo is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Hangalpahoo is about 19 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 Hangalpahoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hangalpahoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hangalpahoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hangalpahoo 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hangalpahoo
Where is Hangalpahoo located?
Hangalpahoo village is located in Pahalgam Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Hangalpahoo?
The Halqa Panchayat of Hangalpahoo is Hangalpawa.
What is the pincode of Hangalpahoo?
The pincode of Hangalpahoo is 192126.
What is the population of Hangalpahoo?
Hangalpahoo had a total population of 1,038, including 539 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Hangalpahoo?
Hangalpahoo had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hangalpahoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hangalpahoo was 47.83%. Male literacy was 56.93% and female literacy was 37.85%.