Sail - Awantipora, Pulwama
Sail is a village situated in the Awantipora tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Awantipora and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Chersoo - Ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sail is 003000. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 192122 pincode. Awantipora 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 Tral Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sail
As per Census 2011, Sail village has a total population of 869 people, consisting of 444 males and 425 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 516 literate and 353 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 869 | 444 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 59 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 324 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 120 | 233 |
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 5-10 km of Sail.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Awantipora to Sail is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Sail is about 15 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 >10 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sail
Where is Sail located?
Sail village is located in Awantipora Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sail?
The Gram Panchayat of Sail is Chersoo - Ii.
What is the pincode of Sail?
The pincode of Sail is 192122.
What is the population of Sail?
Sail has a total population of 869, including 444 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Sail?
There are 154 households in Sail.
What is the literacy rate in Sail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sail is 59.38%. Male literacy is 72.97% and female literacy is 45.18%.