Ahan - Wakoora, Ganderbal
Ahan is a village situated in the Wakoora tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Lar and around 16 km from Gaderbal. Waskoora A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Ahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahan is 002865. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.1 hectares and falls under the 191201 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Ahan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ganderbal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ahan
According to the 2011 Census, Ahan village had a total population of 930 people, including 451 males and 479 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.27%, with male literacy at 68.69% and female literacy at 52.28%.
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 | 930 | 451 | 479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 55 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 272 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 179 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Ahan
Ahan 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 Ahan
Ahan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Ganderbal to Ahan is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Ahan is about 16 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 Ahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahan 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 Ahan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ahan
Where is Ahan located?
Ahan village is located in Wakoora Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Ahan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Ahan is Waskoora A.
What is the pincode of Ahan?
The pincode of Ahan is 191201.
What is the population of Ahan?
Ahan had a total population of 930, including 451 males and 479 females.
How many households are there in Ahan?
Ahan had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahan was 60.27%. Male literacy was 68.69% and female literacy was 52.28%.