Pethgam - Marwah, Kishtwar
Pethgam is a village situated in the Marwah tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marwah and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Kishtwar. Pathgam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pethgam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pethgam is 004744. The village covers a total geographical area of 1580.7 hectares and falls under the 182205 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Pethgam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kishtwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pethgam
As per Census 2011, Pethgam village has a total population of 1,242 people, consisting of 644 males and 598 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 436 literate and 806 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pethgam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,242 | 644 | 598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 164 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 294 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 806 | 350 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Pethgam
Pethgam 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 Pethgam
Public transport in the Pethgam is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Pethgam is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Pethgam is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pethgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pethgam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pethgam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pethgam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pethgam
Where is Pethgam located?
Pethgam village is located in Marwah Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pethgam?
The Gram Panchayat of Pethgam is Pathgam.
What is the pincode of Pethgam?
The pincode of Pethgam is 182205.
What is the population of Pethgam?
Pethgam has a total population of 1,242, including 644 males and 598 females.
How many households are there in Pethgam?
There are 237 households in Pethgam.
What is the literacy rate in Pethgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pethgam is 35.10%. Male literacy is 45.65% and female literacy is 23.75%.