Takya Farooq Shah - Khansahib, Budgam
Takya Farooq Shah is a village situated in the Khansahib tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Khansahib and around 12 km from Budgam. Takiya Farooq Shah serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Takya Farooq Shah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takya Farooq Shah is 000581. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.7 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Khansahib is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Takya Farooq Shah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khan Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Takya Farooq Shah
According to the 2011 Census, Takya Farooq Shah village had a total population of 819 people, including 454 males and 365 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 804 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.14%, with male literacy at 64.76% and female literacy at 49.43%.
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 | 819 | 454 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 105 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 357 | 226 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 462 | 228 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Takya Farooq Shah
Takya Farooq Shah 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 Takya Farooq Shah
Takya Farooq Shah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khansahib to Takya Farooq Shah is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Takya Farooq Shah is about 12 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 Takya Farooq Shah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takya Farooq Shah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Takya Farooq Shah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takya Farooq Shah 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 Takya Farooq Shah
Where is Takya Farooq Shah located?
Takya Farooq Shah village is located in Khansahib Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Takya Farooq Shah?
The Halqa Panchayat of Takya Farooq Shah is Takiya Farooq Shah.
What is the pincode of Takya Farooq Shah?
The pincode of Takya Farooq Shah is 191111.
What is the population of Takya Farooq Shah?
Takya Farooq Shah had a total population of 819, including 454 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Takya Farooq Shah?
Takya Farooq Shah had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takya Farooq Shah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takya Farooq Shah was 58.14%. Male literacy was 64.76% and female literacy was 49.43%.