Khalan Gojran - Sallar, Anantnag
Khalan Gojran is a village situated in the Sallar tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Pahalgam and around 41 km from Anantnag. Veerseran serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Khalan Gojran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalan Gojran is 003523. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.7 hectares and falls under the 192129 pincode. Pahalgam is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Khalan Gojran 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 Khalan Gojran
According to the 2011 Census, Khalan Gojran village had a total population of 951 people, including 475 males and 476 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.87%, with male literacy at 30.58% and female literacy at 23.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 399.
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 | 951 | 475 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 148 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 399 | 205 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 100 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 771 | 375 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Khalan Gojran
Khalan Gojran 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 Khalan Gojran
Khalan Gojran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Pahalgam to Khalan Gojran is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Khalan Gojran is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalan Gojran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalan Gojran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khalan Gojran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalan Gojran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khalan Gojran
Where is Khalan Gojran located?
Khalan Gojran village is located in Sallar Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Khalan Gojran?
The Halqa Panchayat of Khalan Gojran is Veerseran.
What is the pincode of Khalan Gojran?
The pincode of Khalan Gojran is 192129.
What is the population of Khalan Gojran?
Khalan Gojran had a total population of 951, including 475 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Khalan Gojran?
Khalan Gojran had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalan Gojran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalan Gojran was 26.87%. Male literacy was 30.58% and female literacy was 23.32%.