Ichama - Beerwah, Budgam
Ichama is a village situated in the Beerwah tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Khag and around 29 km from Budgam. Ichama village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ichama is 000381. The village covers a total geographical area of 221 hectares and falls under the 193411 pincode. Beerwah is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ichama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ichama
According to the 2011 Census, Ichama village had a total population of 1,227 people, including 641 males and 586 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.99%, with male literacy at 71.72% and female literacy at 55.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 1,227 | 641 | 586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 61 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 716 | 416 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 225 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Ichama
Ichama 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 Ichama
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Ichama.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Beerwah to Ichama is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Ichama is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ichama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ichama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ichama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ichama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ichama
Where is Ichama located?
Ichama village is located in Beerwah Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ichama?
Ichama is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ichama?
The pincode of Ichama is 193411.
What is the population of Ichama?
Ichama had a total population of 1,227, including 641 males and 586 females.
How many households are there in Ichama?
Ichama had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ichama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ichama was 63.99%. Male literacy was 71.72% and female literacy was 55.66%.