Deval Gam - Kokernag, Anantnag
Deval Gam is a village situated in the Kokernag tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokernag and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Devalgam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deval Gam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deval Gam is 003796. The village covers a total geographical area of 745.7 hectares and falls under the 192202 pincode. Kokernag is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Deval Gam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Deval Gam
As per Census 2011, Deval Gam village has a total population of 12,600 people, consisting of 6,620 males and 5,980 females. The village has 1,983 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,972 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,857 literate and 6,743 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,380 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deval Gam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,600 | 6,620 | 5,980 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,972 | 1,635 | 1,337 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,380 | 1,216 | 1,164 |
| Literate Population | 5,857 | 3,460 | 2,397 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,743 | 3,160 | 3,583 |
Nearby Villages of Deval Gam
Deval 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bindoo Zalan Gam | West | 2.30 km |
| Dandi Pora | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Lar Noo | North-East | 4.40 km |
| Nagam | North-West | 5.04 km |
| Now Bugh | North-East | 6.11 km |
| Sagam | North-West | 7.33 km |
| Khal Har | North-West | 8.56 km |
| Bragam | West | 10.25 km |
| Omoh | South-West | 10.98 km |
| Mundah | West | 11.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deval Gam
Deval 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 63.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Deval Gam is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Deval Gam is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deval Gam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deval Gam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Deval 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 Deval Gam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Deval Gam
Where is Deval Gam located?
Deval Gam village is located in Kokernag Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deval Gam?
The Gram Panchayat of Deval Gam is Devalgam.
What is the pincode of Deval Gam?
The pincode of Deval Gam is 192202.
What is the population of Deval Gam?
Deval Gam has a total population of 12,600, including 6,620 males and 5,980 females.
How many households are there in Deval Gam?
There are 1,983 households in Deval Gam.
What is the literacy rate in Deval Gam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deval Gam is 46.48%. Male literacy is 52.27% and female literacy is 40.08%.