Khyar - Pahalgam, Anantnag
Khyar 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 Pahalgam and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Khayar serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Khyar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khyar is 003567. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.6 hectares and falls under the 192126 pincode. Seer is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khyar 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 Khyar
According to the 2011 Census, Khyar village had a total population of 2,247 people, including 1,202 males and 1,045 females, living in 397 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.50%, with male literacy at 62.74% and female literacy at 43.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 614.
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 | 2,247 | 1,202 | 1,045 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 447 | 252 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 614 | 341 | 273 |
| Literate Population | 963 | 596 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,284 | 606 | 678 |
Nearby Villages of Khyar
Khyar 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 Khyar
Khyar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Seer to Khyar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Khyar 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 Khyar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khyar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khyar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khyar 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Khyar
Where is Khyar located?
Khyar village is located in Pahalgam Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Khyar?
The Halqa Panchayat of Khyar is Khayar.
What is the pincode of Khyar?
The pincode of Khyar is 192126.
What is the population of Khyar?
Khyar had a total population of 2,247, including 1,202 males and 1,045 females.
How many households are there in Khyar?
Khyar had 397 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khyar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khyar was 53.50%. Male literacy was 62.74% and female literacy was 43.18%.