Jammoo - Pahalgam, Anantnag
Jammoo is a village situated in the Pahalgam tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pahalgam and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Karshangam serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Jammoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jammoo is 003551. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.4 hectares and falls under the 192126 pincode. Ashmuqam is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Jammoo 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 Jammoo
According to the 2011 Census, Jammoo village had a total population of 556 people, including 285 males and 271 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.85%, with male literacy at 73.04% and female literacy at 50.85%. 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 | 556 | 285 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 55 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 168 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 117 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Jammoo
Jammoo 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 Jammoo
Jammoo 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 | 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 Ashmuqam to Jammoo is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Jammoo is about 23 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 Jammoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jammoo 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 Jammoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jammoo 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jammoo
Where is Jammoo located?
Jammoo village is located in Pahalgam Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Jammoo?
The Halqa Panchayat of Jammoo is Karshangam.
What is the pincode of Jammoo?
The pincode of Jammoo is 192126.
What is the population of Jammoo?
Jammoo had a total population of 556, including 285 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Jammoo?
Jammoo had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jammoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jammoo was 61.85%. Male literacy was 73.04% and female literacy was 50.85%.