Malangam - Aloosa, Bandipora
Malangam is a village situated in the Aloosa tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Bandipore and around 8 km from Bandipore. Kema serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malangam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malangam is 002746. The village covers a total geographical area of 573.4 hectares and falls under the 193505 pincode. Bandipora is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Malangam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bandipora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malangam
As per Census 2011, Malangam village has a total population of 8,973 people, consisting of 4,646 males and 4,327 females. The village has 1,542 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,909 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,126 literate and 5,847 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,377 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malangam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,973 | 4,646 | 4,327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,909 | 992 | 917 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,377 | 2,259 | 2,118 |
| Literate Population | 3,126 | 1,895 | 1,231 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,847 | 2,751 | 3,096 |
Nearby Villages of Malangam
Malangam 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 Malangam
Malangam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bandipora to Malangam is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bandipore to Malangam is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malangam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malangam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malangam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malangam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Malangam
Where is Malangam located?
Malangam village is located in Aloosa Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malangam?
The Gram Panchayat of Malangam is Kema.
What is the pincode of Malangam?
The pincode of Malangam is 193505.
What is the population of Malangam?
Malangam has a total population of 8,973, including 4,646 males and 4,327 females.
How many households are there in Malangam?
There are 1,542 households in Malangam.
What is the literacy rate in Malangam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malangam is 34.84%. Male literacy is 40.79% and female literacy is 28.45%.