Chak Hygam - Khoie, Baramulla
Chak Hygam is a village situated in the Khoie tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Sopore and around 20 km from Baramulla. Wagub serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Hygam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Hygam is 002228. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.8 hectares and falls under the 193201 pincode. Sopore is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chak Hygam 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 Chak Hygam
According to the 2011 Census, Chak Hygam village had a total population of 230 people, including 115 males and 115 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.61%, with male literacy at 59.00% and female literacy at 52.08%.
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 | 230 | 115 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 59 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 56 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Hygam
Chak Hygam 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 Chak Hygam
Chak Hygam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chak Hygam.
| 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 Chak Hygam is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Chak Hygam is about 20 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 Chak Hygam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Hygam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Hygam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Hygam 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chak Hygam
Where is Chak Hygam located?
Chak Hygam village is located in Khoie Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Hygam?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Hygam is Wagub.
What is the pincode of Chak Hygam?
The pincode of Chak Hygam is 193201.
What is the population of Chak Hygam?
Chak Hygam had a total population of 230, including 115 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Chak Hygam?
Chak Hygam had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Hygam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Hygam was 55.61%. Male literacy was 59.00% and female literacy was 52.08%.