Trigam - Sonawari, Bandipora
Trigam is a village situated in the Sonawari tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Sonawari and around 47 km from Bandipora. Trigam village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Trigam is 002809. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.7 hectares and falls under the 193501 pincode. Sumbal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Trigam 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 Trigam
According to the 2011 Census, Trigam village had a total population of 4,485 people, including 2,276 males and 2,209 females, living in 592 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.81%, with male literacy at 46.06% and female literacy at 29.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 4,485 | 2,276 | 2,209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 732 | 411 | 321 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,419 | 859 | 560 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,066 | 1,417 | 1,649 |
Nearby Villages of Trigam
Trigam 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 Trigam
Trigam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sumbal to Trigam is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bandipora to Trigam is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Trigam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Trigam 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Trigam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Trigam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Trigam
Where is Trigam located?
Trigam village is located in Sonawari Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Trigam?
Trigam is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Trigam?
The pincode of Trigam is 193501.
What is the population of Trigam?
Trigam had a total population of 4,485, including 2,276 males and 2,209 females.
How many households are there in Trigam?
Trigam had 592 households.
What is the literacy rate in Trigam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Trigam was 37.81%. Male literacy was 46.06% and female literacy was 29.66%.