Silegam - Pahalgam, Anantnag
Silegam is a village situated in the Pahalgam tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pahalgam and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Seligam serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Silegam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silegam is 003574. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.6 hectares and falls under the 192126 pincode. Ashmuqam is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Silegam 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 Silegam
According to the 2011 Census, Silegam village had a total population of 1,911 people, including 982 males and 929 females, living in 273 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.40%, with male literacy at 78.51% and female literacy at 51.75%.
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 | 1,911 | 982 | 929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 177 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,032 | 632 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 879 | 350 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Silegam
Silegam 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 Silegam
Silegam 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 Silegam is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Silegam 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 Silegam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silegam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Silegam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silegam 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Silegam
Where is Silegam located?
Silegam village is located in Pahalgam Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Silegam?
The Halqa Panchayat of Silegam is Seligam.
What is the pincode of Silegam?
The pincode of Silegam is 192126.
What is the population of Silegam?
Silegam had a total population of 1,911, including 982 males and 929 females.
How many households are there in Silegam?
Silegam had 273 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silegam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silegam was 65.40%. Male literacy was 78.51% and female literacy was 51.75%.