S.K. Payeen - Ajas, Bandipora
S.K. Payeen is a village situated in the Ajas tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Sonawari and around 14 km from Bandipora. S.K. Payeen village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of S.K. Payeen is 002776. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.6 hectares and falls under the 193502 pincode. Bandipora is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
S.K. Payeen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bandipora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of S.K. Payeen
According to the 2011 Census, S.K. Payeen village had a total population of 3,246 people, including 1,752 males and 1,494 females, living in 479 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.54%, with male literacy at 60.01% and female literacy at 35.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 214.
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 | 3,246 | 1,752 | 1,494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 500 | 289 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 113 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 1,333 | 878 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,913 | 874 | 1,039 |
Transport and Connectivity of S.K. Payeen
S.K. Payeen is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Bandipora to S.K. Payeen is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in S.K. Payeen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for S.K. Payeen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in S.K. Payeen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving S.K. Payeen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about S.K. Payeen
Where is S.K. Payeen located?
S.K. Payeen village is located in Ajas Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of S.K. Payeen?
S.K. Payeen is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of S.K. Payeen?
The pincode of S.K. Payeen is 193502.
What is the population of S.K. Payeen?
S.K. Payeen had a total population of 3,246, including 1,752 males and 1,494 females.
How many households are there in S.K. Payeen?
S.K. Payeen had 479 households.
What is the literacy rate in S.K. Payeen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of S.K. Payeen was 48.54%. Male literacy was 60.01% and female literacy was 35.46%.