Bindoo Zalan Gam - Kokernag, Anantnag
Bindoo Zalan Gam is a village situated in the Kokernag tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokernag and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Zalangam serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bindoo Zalan Gam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bindoo Zalan Gam is 003798. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.7 hectares and falls under the 192202 pincode. Kokernag is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bindoo Zalan Gam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bindoo Zalan Gam
According to the 2011 Census, Bindoo Zalan Gam village had a total population of 3,004 people, including 1,576 males and 1,428 females, living in 519 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.16%, with male literacy at 83.12% and female literacy at 60.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 3,004 | 1,576 | 1,428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 709 | 409 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,656 | 970 | 686 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,348 | 606 | 742 |
Nearby Villages of Bindoo Zalan Gam
Bindoo Zalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deval Gam | East | 2.30 km |
| Nagam | North | 4.62 km |
| Dandi Pora | East | 5.65 km |
| Sagam | North-West | 5.95 km |
| Lar Noo | North-East | 6.52 km |
| Khal Har | North-West | 7.73 km |
| Bragam | West | 8.18 km |
| Now Bugh | North-East | 8.28 km |
| Omoh | South-West | 8.73 km |
| Mundah | West | 9.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bindoo Zalan Gam
Bindoo Zalan Gam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Anantnag, while the nearest airport is Sheikh Ul Alam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.1 km.
| 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 Kokernag to Bindoo Zalan Gam is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Bindoo Zalan Gam is about 25 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 Bindoo Zalan Gam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bindoo Zalan Gam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bindoo Zalan 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 Bindoo Zalan Gam 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bindoo Zalan Gam
Where is Bindoo Zalan Gam located?
Bindoo Zalan Gam village is located in Kokernag Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bindoo Zalan Gam?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bindoo Zalan Gam is Zalangam.
What is the pincode of Bindoo Zalan Gam?
The pincode of Bindoo Zalan Gam is 192202.
What is the population of Bindoo Zalan Gam?
Bindoo Zalan Gam had a total population of 3,004, including 1,576 males and 1,428 females.
How many households are there in Bindoo Zalan Gam?
Bindoo Zalan Gam had 519 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bindoo Zalan Gam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bindoo Zalan Gam was 72.16%. Male literacy was 83.12% and female literacy was 60.82%.