Wangam - Shangus, Anantnag
Wangam is a village situated in the Shangus tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shangus and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Krad-b serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wangam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wangam is 003758. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.4 hectares and falls under the 192201 pincode. Shangus is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Wangam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wangam
As per Census 2011, Wangam village has a total population of 1,378 people, consisting of 743 males and 635 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 345 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 659 literate and 719 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wangam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,378 | 743 | 635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 214 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 659 | 390 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 719 | 353 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Wangam
Wangam 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 Wangam
Wangam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Shangus to Wangam is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Wangam is about 15 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 Wangam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wangam 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 Wangam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wangam 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Wangam
Where is Wangam located?
Wangam village is located in Shangus Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wangam?
The Gram Panchayat of Wangam is Krad-b.
What is the pincode of Wangam?
The pincode of Wangam is 192201.
What is the population of Wangam?
Wangam has a total population of 1,378, including 743 males and 635 females.
How many households are there in Wangam?
There are 185 households in Wangam.
What is the literacy rate in Wangam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wangam is 47.82%. Male literacy is 52.49% and female literacy is 42.36%.