Shumahall - Pahalgam, Anantnag
Shumahall is a village situated in the Pahalgam tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mattan and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Sumhall serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shumahall village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shumahall is 003563. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.6 hectares and falls under the 192126 pincode. Ashmuqam is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Shumahall 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 Shumahall
As per Census 2011, Shumahall village has a total population of 1,051 people, consisting of 517 males and 534 females. The village has 156 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 363 literate and 688 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shumahall are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,051 | 517 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 118 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 228 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 688 | 289 | 399 |
Nearby Villages of Shumahall
Shumahall 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 Shumahall
Shumahall 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 Shumahall is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Shumahall is about 24 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 Shumahall
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shumahall village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shumahall
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shumahall 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shumahall
Where is Shumahall located?
Shumahall village is located in Pahalgam Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shumahall?
The Gram Panchayat of Shumahall is Sumhall.
What is the pincode of Shumahall?
The pincode of Shumahall is 192126.
What is the population of Shumahall?
Shumahall has a total population of 1,051, including 517 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Shumahall?
There are 156 households in Shumahall.
What is the literacy rate in Shumahall?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shumahall is 34.54%. Male literacy is 44.10% and female literacy is 25.28%.