Badigam - Pahalgam, Anantnag
Badigam is a village situated in the Pahalgam tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pahalgam and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Badigam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badigam is 003559. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.1 hectares and falls under the 192126 pincode. Ashmuqam is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Badigam 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 Badigam
As per Census 2011, Badigam village has a total population of 468 people, consisting of 240 males and 228 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 264 literate and 204 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badigam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 468 | 240 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 172 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 68 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Badigam
Badigam 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 Badigam
Badigam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Badigam is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Badigam 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 Badigam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badigam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Badigam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badigam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Badigam
Where is Badigam located?
Badigam village is located in Pahalgam Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badigam?
Badigam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Badigam?
The pincode of Badigam is 192126.
What is the population of Badigam?
Badigam has a total population of 468, including 240 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Badigam?
There are 96 households in Badigam.
What is the literacy rate in Badigam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badigam is 56.41%. Male literacy is 71.67% and female literacy is 40.35%.