Charigam - Sallar, Anantnag
Charigam is a village situated in the Sallar tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Pahalgam and around 29 km from Anantnag. Yanned A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charigam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charigam is 003533. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.1 hectares and falls under the 192129 pincode. Ashmuqam is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Charigam 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 Charigam
As per Census 2011, Charigam village has a total population of 916 people, consisting of 453 males and 463 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 435 literate and 481 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charigam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 916 | 453 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 82 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 274 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 179 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Charigam
Charigam 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 Charigam
Charigam 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashmuqam to Charigam is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Charigam is about 29 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 Charigam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charigam 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 Charigam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charigam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Charigam
Where is Charigam located?
Charigam village is located in Sallar Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charigam?
The Gram Panchayat of Charigam is Yanned A.
What is the pincode of Charigam?
The pincode of Charigam is 192129.
What is the population of Charigam?
Charigam has a total population of 916, including 453 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Charigam?
There are 158 households in Charigam.
What is the literacy rate in Charigam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charigam is 47.49%. Male literacy is 60.49% and female literacy is 34.77%.