Hardukanthal Sofipora - Sallar, Anantnag
Hardukanthal Sofipora is a village situated in the Sallar tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Pahalgam and around 22 km from Anantnag. Hard Kothal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hardukanthal Sofipora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hardukanthal Sofipora is 003535. The village covers a total geographical area of 339.1 hectares and falls under the 192129 pincode. Ashmuqam is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Hardukanthal Sofipora 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 Hardukanthal Sofipora
As per Census 2011, Hardukanthal Sofipora village has a total population of 3,127 people, consisting of 1,557 males and 1,570 females. The village has 558 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 610 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,465 literate and 1,662 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hardukanthal Sofipora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,127 | 1,557 | 1,570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 610 | 319 | 291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,465 | 861 | 604 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,662 | 696 | 966 |
Nearby Villages of Hardukanthal Sofipora
Hardukanthal Sofipora 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 Hardukanthal Sofipora
Hardukanthal Sofipora 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 Hardukanthal Sofipora is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Hardukanthal Sofipora is about 22 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 Hardukanthal Sofipora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hardukanthal Sofipora 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hardukanthal Sofipora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hardukanthal Sofipora 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hardukanthal Sofipora
Where is Hardukanthal Sofipora located?
Hardukanthal Sofipora village is located in Sallar Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hardukanthal Sofipora?
The Gram Panchayat of Hardukanthal Sofipora is Hard Kothal.
What is the pincode of Hardukanthal Sofipora?
The pincode of Hardukanthal Sofipora is 192129.
What is the population of Hardukanthal Sofipora?
Hardukanthal Sofipora has a total population of 3,127, including 1,557 males and 1,570 females.
How many households are there in Hardukanthal Sofipora?
There are 558 households in Hardukanthal Sofipora.
What is the literacy rate in Hardukanthal Sofipora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hardukanthal Sofipora is 46.85%. Male literacy is 55.30% and female literacy is 38.47%.