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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Hangalpahoo village has a total population of 1,038 people, consisting of 539 males and 499 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 279 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 363 literate and 675 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hangalpahoo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,038 | 539 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 142 | 137 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Hangalpahoo?
The Gram Panchayat of Hangalpahoo is Hangalpawa.
What is the pincode of Hangalpahoo?
The pincode of Hangalpahoo is 192126.
What is the population of Hangalpahoo?
Hangalpahoo has a total population of 1,038, including 539 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Hangalpahoo?
There are 163 households in Hangalpahoo.
What is the literacy rate in Hangalpahoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hangalpahoo is 34.97%. Male literacy is 41.93% and female literacy is 27.45%.