Sail - Beerwah, Budgam
Sail is a village situated in the Beerwah tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from Beerwah and around 21 km from Budgam. Sail village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sail is 000512. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.06 hectares and falls under the 193411 pincode. Beerwah is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Sail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khan Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sail
According to the 2011 Census, Sail village had a total population of 2,535 people, including 1,357 males and 1,178 females, living in 326 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.60%, with male literacy at 62.19% and female literacy at 40.17%.
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 | 2,535 | 1,357 | 1,178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 599 | 352 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 999 | 625 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,536 | 732 | 804 |
Nearby Villages of Sail
Sail 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 Sail
Sail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sail.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beerwah to Sail is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Sail is about 21 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 Sail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sail 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sail
Where is Sail located?
Sail village is located in Beerwah Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sail?
Sail is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sail?
The pincode of Sail is 193411.
What is the population of Sail?
Sail had a total population of 2,535, including 1,357 males and 1,178 females.
How many households are there in Sail?
Sail had 326 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sail was 51.60%. Male literacy was 62.19% and female literacy was 40.17%.