Aragam - Bandipora
Aragam is a village situated in the Bandipora tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from Bandipora and around 8 km from Bandipora. Aragam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aragam is 002767. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.2 hectares and falls under the 193502 pincode. Bandipora is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Aragam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bandipora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aragam
As per Census 2011, Aragam village has a total population of 3,020 people, consisting of 1,555 males and 1,465 females. The village has 505 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 460 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,648 literate and 1,372 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,529 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aragam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,020 | 1,555 | 1,465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 239 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,529 | 794 | 735 |
| Literate Population | 1,648 | 983 | 665 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,372 | 572 | 800 |
Nearby Villages of Aragam
Aragam 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 Aragam
Aragam 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 Bandipora to Aragam is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aragam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aragam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Aragam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aragam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aragam
Where is Aragam located?
Aragam village is located in Bandipora Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aragam?
Aragam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aragam?
The pincode of Aragam is 193502.
What is the population of Aragam?
Aragam has a total population of 3,020, including 1,555 males and 1,465 females.
How many households are there in Aragam?
There are 505 households in Aragam.
What is the literacy rate in Aragam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aragam is 54.57%. Male literacy is 63.22% and female literacy is 45.39%.