Pach Gam - Devsar, Kulgam
Pach Gam is a village situated in the Devsar tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Kulgam and around 20 km from Kulgam. Panchgam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pach Gam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pach Gam is 004030. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.5 hectares and falls under the 192231 pincode. Qazigund is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Pach Gam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pach Gam
According to the 2011 Census, Pach Gam village had a total population of 1,009 people, including 526 males and 483 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.02%, with male literacy at 61.44% and female literacy at 36.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 745.
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 | 1,009 | 526 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 137 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 745 | 390 | 355 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 239 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 634 | 287 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Pach Gam
Pach Gam 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 Pach Gam
Pach Gam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Pach Gam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Qazigund to Pach Gam is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kulgam to Pach Gam is about 20 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 Pach Gam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pach Gam 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 Pach Gam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pach Gam 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pach Gam
Where is Pach Gam located?
Pach Gam village is located in Devsar Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pach Gam?
The Gram Panchayat of Pach Gam is Panchgam.
What is the pincode of Pach Gam?
The pincode of Pach Gam is 192231.
What is the population of Pach Gam?
Pach Gam had a total population of 1,009, including 526 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Pach Gam?
Pach Gam had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pach Gam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pach Gam was 49.02%. Male literacy was 61.44% and female literacy was 36.17%.