Krandigam - Bijbehara, Anantnag
Krandigam is a village situated in the Bijbehara tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijbehara and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Krandigam village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krandigam is 003617. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.2 hectares and falls under the 192124 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Krandigam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijbehara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Krandigam
According to the 2011 Census, Krandigam village had a total population of 2,445 people, including 1,283 males and 1,162 females, living in 333 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.41%, with male literacy at 76.85% and female literacy at 44.83%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,445 | 1,283 | 1,162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 255 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,219 | 790 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,226 | 493 | 733 |
Nearby Villages of Krandigam
Krandigam 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 Krandigam
Krandigam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Krandigam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Beijbehara to Krandigam is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Krandigam is about 12 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 Krandigam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krandigam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Krandigam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krandigam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Krandigam
Where is Krandigam located?
Krandigam village is located in Bijbehara Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Krandigam?
Krandigam is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Krandigam?
The pincode of Krandigam is 192124.
What is the population of Krandigam?
Krandigam had a total population of 2,445, including 1,283 males and 1,162 females.
How many households are there in Krandigam?
Krandigam had 333 households.
What is the literacy rate in Krandigam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krandigam was 61.41%. Male literacy was 76.85% and female literacy was 44.83%.