Khag - Khag, Budgam
Khag is a village situated in the Khag tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Khag and around 39 km from Budgam. Khag-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khag is 000392. The village covers a total geographical area of 634.7 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Magam is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khag
As per Census 2011, Khag village has a total population of 6,663 people, consisting of 3,401 males and 3,262 females. The village has 856 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,479 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,266 literate and 3,397 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,663 | 3,401 | 3,262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,479 | 766 | 713 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 3,266 | 1,880 | 1,386 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,397 | 1,521 | 1,876 |
Nearby Villages of Khag
Khag 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 Khag
Khag 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 Khag.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Magam to Khag is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Khag is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khag 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khag
Where is Khag located?
Khag village is located in Khag Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khag?
The Gram Panchayat of Khag is Khag-a.
What is the pincode of Khag?
The pincode of Khag is 191111.
What is the population of Khag?
Khag has a total population of 6,663, including 3,401 males and 3,262 females.
How many households are there in Khag?
There are 856 households in Khag.
What is the literacy rate in Khag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khag is 49.02%. Male literacy is 55.28% and female literacy is 42.49%.