Srichen - Pahalgam, Anantnag
Srichen is a village situated in the Pahalgam tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pahalgam and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Ganeshpora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Srichen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srichen is 003530. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.9 hectares and falls under the 192126 pincode. Pahalgam is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Srichen 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 Srichen
According to the 2011 Census, Srichen village had a total population of 491 people, including 243 males and 248 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.02%, with male literacy at 51.83% and female literacy at 35.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 348.
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 | 491 | 243 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 52 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 348 | 172 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 99 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 144 | 185 |
Transport and Connectivity of Srichen
Srichen is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Srichen.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pahalgam to Srichen is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Srichen is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Srichen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srichen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Srichen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srichen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Srichen
Where is Srichen located?
Srichen village is located in Pahalgam Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Srichen?
The Halqa Panchayat of Srichen is Ganeshpora.
What is the pincode of Srichen?
The pincode of Srichen is 192126.
What is the population of Srichen?
Srichen had a total population of 491, including 243 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Srichen?
Srichen had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Srichen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srichen was 44.02%. Male literacy was 51.83% and female literacy was 35.59%.