Takiya Magam - Kokernag, Anantnag
Takiya Magam is a village situated in the Kokernag tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokernag and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Takiya Magam-a serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Takiya Magam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takiya Magam is 003799. The village covers a total geographical area of 313.2 hectares and falls under the 192202 pincode. Kokernag is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Takiya Magam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Takiya Magam
According to the 2011 Census, Takiya Magam village had a total population of 4,831 people, including 2,517 males and 2,314 females, living in 851 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.03%, with male literacy at 63.79% and female literacy at 41.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
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 | 4,831 | 2,517 | 2,314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 980 | 523 | 457 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 2,042 | 1,272 | 770 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,789 | 1,245 | 1,544 |
Nearby Villages of Takiya Magam
Takiya Magam 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 Takiya Magam
Takiya Magam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Takiya Magam is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Takiya Magam is about 30 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 Takiya Magam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takiya Magam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Takiya Magam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takiya Magam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Takiya Magam
Where is Takiya Magam located?
Takiya Magam village is located in Kokernag Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Takiya Magam?
The Halqa Panchayat of Takiya Magam is Takiya Magam-a.
What is the pincode of Takiya Magam?
The pincode of Takiya Magam is 192202.
What is the population of Takiya Magam?
Takiya Magam had a total population of 4,831, including 2,517 males and 2,314 females.
How many households are there in Takiya Magam?
Takiya Magam had 851 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takiya Magam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takiya Magam was 53.03%. Male literacy was 63.79% and female literacy was 41.46%.