Arhama - Kangan, Ganderbal
Arhama is a village situated in the Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kangan and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Arhama-a serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Arhama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arhama is 002885. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.5 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Arhama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arhama
According to the 2011 Census, Arhama village had a total population of 2,112 people, including 1,065 males and 1,047 females, living in 320 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.47%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 49.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 156.
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 | 2,112 | 1,065 | 1,047 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 148 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 83 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 1,086 | 655 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,026 | 410 | 616 |
Nearby Villages of Arhama
Arhama 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 Arhama
Arhama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Ganderbal to Arhama is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Arhama 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 Arhama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arhama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Arhama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arhama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Arhama
Where is Arhama located?
Arhama village is located in Kangan Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Arhama?
The Halqa Panchayat of Arhama is Arhama-a.
What is the pincode of Arhama?
The pincode of Arhama is 191202.
What is the population of Arhama?
Arhama had a total population of 2,112, including 1,065 males and 1,047 females.
How many households are there in Arhama?
Arhama had 320 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arhama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arhama was 60.47%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 49.03%.