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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Srichen village has a total population of 491 people, consisting of 243 males and 248 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 162 literate and 329 illiterate residents. Additionally, 348 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Srichen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 491 | 243 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 52 | 71 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Srichen?
The Gram Panchayat of Srichen is Ganeshpora.
What is the pincode of Srichen?
The pincode of Srichen is 192126.
What is the population of Srichen?
Srichen has a total population of 491, including 243 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Srichen?
There are 98 households in Srichen.
What is the literacy rate in Srichen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srichen is 32.99%. Male literacy is 40.74% and female literacy is 25.40%.