Yechhama - Kangan, Ganderbal
Yechhama is a village situated in the Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kangan and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Yachama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yechhama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yechhama is 002912. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.4 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Yechhama 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 Yechhama
According to the 2011 Census, Yechhama village had a total population of 1,082 people, including 576 males and 506 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.81%, with male literacy at 65.94% and female literacy at 38.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 237.
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 | 1,082 | 576 | 506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 118 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 237 | 130 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 302 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 274 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Yechhama
Yechhama 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 Yechhama
Public transport in the Yechhama is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Ganderbal to Yechhama is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Yechhama 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 Yechhama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yechhama 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Yechhama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yechhama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Yechhama
Where is Yechhama located?
Yechhama village is located in Kangan Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yechhama?
The Gram Panchayat of Yechhama is Yachama.
What is the pincode of Yechhama?
The pincode of Yechhama is 191202.
What is the population of Yechhama?
Yechhama had a total population of 1,082, including 576 males and 506 females.
How many households are there in Yechhama?
Yechhama had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Yechhama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yechhama was 52.81%. Male literacy was 65.94% and female literacy was 38.26%.