Akin Gam - Kokernag, Anantnag
Akin Gam is a village situated in the Kokernag tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokernag and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Akingam A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Akin Gam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akin Gam is 003768. The village covers a total geographical area of 382 hectares and falls under the 192202 pincode. Achabal is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Akin Gam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Akin Gam
According to the 2011 Census, Akin Gam village had a total population of 5,007 people, including 2,579 males and 2,428 females, living in 755 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.41%, with male literacy at 76.40% and female literacy at 58.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 339.
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 | 5,007 | 2,579 | 2,428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 898 | 486 | 412 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 339 | 184 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 2,770 | 1,599 | 1,171 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,237 | 980 | 1,257 |
Nearby Villages of Akin Gam
Akin Gam is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hard Pora | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Hardu Dehrana | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Khal Har | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Dam Hall | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Imoh | North-West | 5.31 km |
| Sagam | South | 5.39 km |
| Shanker Pora | South-West | 5.83 km |
| Nagam | South-East | 6.71 km |
| Hari Gam | South-West | 7.24 km |
| Ugjan | North-West | 7.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akin Gam
Akin Gam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anantnag, while the nearest airport is Sheikh Ul Alam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achabal to Akin Gam is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Akin Gam 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 Akin Gam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akin Gam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Akin Gam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akin Gam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akin Gam
Where is Akin Gam located?
Akin Gam village is located in Kokernag Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Akin Gam?
The Halqa Panchayat of Akin Gam is Akingam A.
What is the pincode of Akin Gam?
The pincode of Akin Gam is 192202.
What is the population of Akin Gam?
Akin Gam had a total population of 5,007, including 2,579 males and 2,428 females.
How many households are there in Akin Gam?
Akin Gam had 755 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akin Gam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akin Gam was 67.41%. Male literacy was 76.40% and female literacy was 58.09%.