Lahendajan - Sallar, Anantnag
Lahendajan is a village situated in the Sallar tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 19 km from Pahalgam and around 25 km from Anantnag. Lehendajan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Lahendajan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lahendajan is 003536. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.9 hectares and falls under the 192129 pincode. Ashmuqam is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lahendajan 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 Lahendajan
According to the 2011 Census, Lahendajan village had a total population of 2,086 people, including 1,088 males and 998 females, living in 444 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.59%, with male literacy at 30.77% and female literacy at 19.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,596.
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 | 2,086 | 1,088 | 998 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 472 | 230 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,596 | 840 | 756 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 264 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,673 | 824 | 849 |
Nearby Villages of Lahendajan
Lahendajan 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 Lahendajan
Lahendajan 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 >10 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 Ashmuqam to Lahendajan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Lahendajan is about 25 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 Lahendajan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lahendajan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lahendajan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lahendajan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Lahendajan
Where is Lahendajan located?
Lahendajan village is located in Sallar Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Lahendajan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Lahendajan is Lehendajan.
What is the pincode of Lahendajan?
The pincode of Lahendajan is 192129.
What is the population of Lahendajan?
Lahendajan had a total population of 2,086, including 1,088 males and 998 females.
How many households are there in Lahendajan?
Lahendajan had 444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lahendajan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lahendajan was 25.59%. Male literacy was 30.77% and female literacy was 19.71%.