Sangam - Bijbehara, Anantnag
Sangam is a village situated in the Bijbehara tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijbehara and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Gund Baba Khalil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sangam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangam is 003623. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.8 hectares and falls under the 192124 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Sangam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hom Shali Bugh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sangam
As per Census 2011, Sangam village has a total population of 974 people, consisting of 451 males and 523 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 1,159 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 496 literate and 478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sangam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 974 | 451 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 90 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 496 | 256 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 195 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Sangam
Sangam 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 Sangam
Sangam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Sangam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beijbehara to Sangam is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Sangam 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 Sangam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sangam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sangam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sangam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sangam
Where is Sangam located?
Sangam village is located in Bijbehara Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sangam?
The Gram Panchayat of Sangam is Gund Baba Khalil.
What is the pincode of Sangam?
The pincode of Sangam is 192124.
What is the population of Sangam?
Sangam has a total population of 974, including 451 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Sangam?
There are 145 households in Sangam.
What is the literacy rate in Sangam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangam is 50.92%. Male literacy is 56.76% and female literacy is 45.89%.