Pahalgam
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| ?Pahalgam Jammu and Kashmir • India |
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| Time zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
| Area • Elevation |
• 2,740 m (8,990 ft) |
| District(s) | Anantnag |
| Population | 5,922 (2001) |
Coordinates: Pahalgam (Hindi: पहलगाम, Urdu: پہلگام) is a town and a notified area committee in Anantnag district in India's northernmost state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is a popular tourist destination, and every year, many tourists visit Pahalgam.
[edit] Geography
Pahalgam is located at [1]. It has an average elevation of 2740 metres (8989 feet).
[edit] Demographics
As of 2001 India census[2], Pahalgam had a population of 5922. Males constitute 56% of the population and females 44%. Pahalgam has an average literacy rate of 35%, lower than the Indian national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 49%, and female literacy is 17%. In Pahalgam, 14% of the population is under 6 years of age.
[edit] Tourist Attraction
Arguably one of the most beautiful places on earth, the town of Pahalgam (Village of Shepherds) offers breath taking views. One can just enjoy the town of Pahalgam or trek to some of the most beautiful places on earth. One can trek to Lidderwat, Kolohoi Glacier or to Sonmarg. Snow skiing is an attraction during the winter months (from December to late February).
Pahalgam is also the entry point for the famous Amarnath Cave, a holy site for Hindus. This site covers in quite some detail the current events and tourist specific information on Pahalgam
