Kartar Garh - Watergam, Baramulla
Kartar Garh is a village situated in the Watergam tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Rafiabad and around 13 km from Baramulla. Doabgah A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kartar Garh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kartar Garh is 002308. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.6 hectares and falls under the 193201 pincode. Rafiabad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kartar Garh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rafiabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kartar Garh
According to the 2011 Census, Kartar Garh village had a total population of 959 people, including 498 males and 461 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.26%, with male literacy at 79.64% and female literacy at 62.26%.
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 | 959 | 498 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 356 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 142 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Kartar Garh
Kartar Garh 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 Kartar Garh
Kartar Garh 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 Kartar Garh.
| 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 Rafiabad to Kartar Garh is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Kartar Garh is about 13 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 Kartar Garh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kartar Garh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kartar Garh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kartar Garh 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kartar Garh
Where is Kartar Garh located?
Kartar Garh village is located in Watergam Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kartar Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Kartar Garh is Doabgah A.
What is the pincode of Kartar Garh?
The pincode of Kartar Garh is 193201.
What is the population of Kartar Garh?
Kartar Garh had a total population of 959, including 498 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Kartar Garh?
Kartar Garh had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kartar Garh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kartar Garh was 71.26%. Male literacy was 79.64% and female literacy was 62.26%.