The city of Anantnag, meaning 'abode of springs and lakes', is located in Anantnag district in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is the 3rd largest city of Jammu and Kashmir.
Anantnag Parliamentary Constituency has a population of 183,437 (2001 census). Males comprise 55% of the total population while females constitute the rest of 45%.
Anantnag Parliamentary Constituency is a strong seat for the JKN.
