Amad Wagad - Pahalgam, Anantnag
Amad Wagad is a village situated in the Pahalgam tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pahalgam and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Amad Wagad village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amad Wagad is 003544. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.9 hectares and falls under the 192126 pincode. Ashmuqam is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Amad Wagad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pahalgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amad Wagad
According to the 2011 Census, Amad Wagad village had a total population of 2,313 people, including 1,175 males and 1,138 females, living in 377 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.25%, with male literacy at 53.97% and female literacy at 28.65%.
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 | 2,313 | 1,175 | 1,138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 514 | 280 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 742 | 483 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,571 | 692 | 879 |
Nearby Villages of Amad Wagad
Amad Wagad 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 Amad Wagad
Amad Wagad 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 Ashmuqam to Amad Wagad is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Amad Wagad is about 24 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 Amad Wagad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amad Wagad 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 Amad Wagad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amad Wagad 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Amad Wagad
Where is Amad Wagad located?
Amad Wagad village is located in Pahalgam Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Amad Wagad?
Amad Wagad is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amad Wagad?
The pincode of Amad Wagad is 192126.
What is the population of Amad Wagad?
Amad Wagad had a total population of 2,313, including 1,175 males and 1,138 females.
How many households are there in Amad Wagad?
Amad Wagad had 377 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amad Wagad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amad Wagad was 41.25%. Male literacy was 53.97% and female literacy was 28.65%.