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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Trigam village has a total population of 4,485 people, consisting of 2,276 males and 2,209 females. The village has 592 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 732 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,419 literate and 3,066 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Trigam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,485 | 2,276 | 2,209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 732 | 411 | 321 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Trigam?
Trigam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Trigam?
The pincode of Trigam is 193501.
What is the population of Trigam?
Trigam has a total population of 4,485, including 2,276 males and 2,209 females.
How many households are there in Trigam?
There are 592 households in Trigam.
What is the literacy rate in Trigam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Trigam is 31.64%. Male literacy is 37.74% and female literacy is 25.35%.