Isham - Uri, Baramulla
Isham is a village situated in the Uri tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Uri and around 56 km from Baramulla. Ishem serves as the Gram Panchayat for Isham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Isham is 002527. The village covers a total geographical area of 342.4 hectares and falls under the 193123 pincode. Uri is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Isham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Isham
As per Census 2011, Isham village has a total population of 1,294 people, consisting of 656 males and 638 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 250 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 633 literate and 661 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Isham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,294 | 656 | 638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 134 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 633 | 412 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 661 | 244 | 417 |
Nearby Villages of Isham
Isham 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 Isham
Isham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Uri to Isham is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Isham is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Isham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Isham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Isham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Isham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Isham
Where is Isham located?
Isham village is located in Uri Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Isham?
The Gram Panchayat of Isham is Ishem.
What is the pincode of Isham?
The pincode of Isham is 193123.
What is the population of Isham?
Isham has a total population of 1,294, including 656 males and 638 females.
How many households are there in Isham?
There are 253 households in Isham.
What is the literacy rate in Isham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Isham is 48.92%. Male literacy is 62.80% and female literacy is 34.64%.