Walarhama - Sallar, Anantnag
Walarhama is a village situated in the Sallar tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 17 km from Pahalgam and around 22 km from Anantnag. Wolarhama serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Walarhama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walarhama is 003537. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.6 hectares and falls under the 192129 pincode. Ashmuqam is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Walarhama 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 Walarhama
According to the 2011 Census, Walarhama village had a total population of 1,748 people, including 934 males and 814 females, living in 294 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.92%, with male literacy at 54.35% and female literacy at 39.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 1,748 | 934 | 814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 187 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 679 | 406 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,069 | 528 | 541 |
Nearby Villages of Walarhama
Walarhama 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 Walarhama
Walarhama is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Walarhama is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Walarhama 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 Walarhama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walarhama 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Walarhama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walarhama 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Walarhama
Where is Walarhama located?
Walarhama village is located in Sallar Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Walarhama?
The Halqa Panchayat of Walarhama is Wolarhama.
What is the pincode of Walarhama?
The pincode of Walarhama is 192129.
What is the population of Walarhama?
Walarhama had a total population of 1,748, including 934 males and 814 females.
How many households are there in Walarhama?
Walarhama had 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Walarhama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walarhama was 46.92%. Male literacy was 54.35% and female literacy was 39.00%.