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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Silegam village has a total population of 1,911 people, consisting of 982 males and 929 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 333 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,032 literate and 879 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silegam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,911 | 982 | 929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 333 | 177 | 156 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Silegam?
The Gram Panchayat of Silegam is Seligam.
What is the pincode of Silegam?
The pincode of Silegam is 192126.
What is the population of Silegam?
Silegam has a total population of 1,911, including 982 males and 929 females.
How many households are there in Silegam?
There are 273 households in Silegam.
What is the literacy rate in Silegam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silegam is 54.00%. Male literacy is 64.36% and female literacy is 43.06%.