Halsidar - Shahbad Bala, Anantnag
Halsidar is a village situated in the Shahbad Bala tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Dooru and around 40 km from Anantnag. Halsidar A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Halsidar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halsidar is 003870. The village covers a total geographical area of 242 hectares and falls under the 192212 pincode. Verinag is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Halsidar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Halsidar
According to the 2011 Census, Halsidar village had a total population of 3,722 people, including 1,938 males and 1,784 females, living in 520 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.49%, with male literacy at 66.31% and female literacy at 46.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 791.
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 | 3,722 | 1,938 | 1,784 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 833 | 457 | 376 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 791 | 425 | 366 |
| Literate Population | 1,632 | 982 | 650 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,090 | 956 | 1,134 |
Nearby Villages of Halsidar
Halsidar 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 Halsidar
Public transport in the Halsidar is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Verinag to Halsidar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Halsidar is about 40 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 Halsidar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halsidar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Halsidar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halsidar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Halsidar
Where is Halsidar located?
Halsidar village is located in Shahbad Bala Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Halsidar?
The Gram Panchayat of Halsidar is Halsidar A.
What is the pincode of Halsidar?
The pincode of Halsidar is 192212.
What is the population of Halsidar?
Halsidar had a total population of 3,722, including 1,938 males and 1,784 females.
How many households are there in Halsidar?
Halsidar had 520 households.
What is the literacy rate in Halsidar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halsidar was 56.49%. Male literacy was 66.31% and female literacy was 46.16%.