Bulgam - Khoie, Baramulla
Bulgam is a village situated in the Khoie tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Sopore and around 10 km from Baramulla. Bulgam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bulgam is 002227. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.1 hectares and falls under the 193502 pincode. Sopore is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Bulgam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sopore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bulgam
According to the 2011 Census, Bulgam village had a total population of 1,800 people, including 890 males and 910 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.67%, with male literacy at 80.61% and female literacy at 58.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 1,800 | 890 | 910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 142 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,050 | 603 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 750 | 287 | 463 |
Nearby Villages of Bulgam
Bulgam 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 Bulgam
Bulgam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bulgam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sopore to Bulgam is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Bulgam is about 10 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 Bulgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bulgam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bulgam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bulgam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bulgam
Where is Bulgam located?
Bulgam village is located in Khoie Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bulgam?
Bulgam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bulgam?
The pincode of Bulgam is 193502.
What is the population of Bulgam?
Bulgam had a total population of 1,800, including 890 males and 910 females.
How many households are there in Bulgam?
Bulgam had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bulgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bulgam was 69.67%. Male literacy was 80.61% and female literacy was 58.89%.