Marat Gam - Handwara, Kupwara
Marat Gam is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Marathgam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Marat Gam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marat Gam is 000209. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.6 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Marat Gam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Marat Gam
As per Census 2011, Marat Gam village has a total population of 1,642 people, consisting of 809 males and 833 females. The village has 271 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 961 literate and 681 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marat Gam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,642 | 809 | 833 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 135 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 961 | 556 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 681 | 253 | 428 |
Nearby Villages of Marat Gam
Marat 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 Marat Gam
Marat Gam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Handwara to Marat Gam is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Marat Gam is about 21 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 Marat Gam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marat Gam 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 Marat 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 Marat 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 Marat Gam
Where is Marat Gam located?
Marat Gam village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Marat Gam?
The Gram Panchayat of Marat Gam is Marathgam.
What is the pincode of Marat Gam?
The pincode of Marat Gam is 193221.
What is the population of Marat Gam?
Marat Gam has a total population of 1,642, including 809 males and 833 females.
How many households are there in Marat Gam?
There are 271 households in Marat Gam.
What is the literacy rate in Marat Gam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marat Gam is 58.53%. Male literacy is 68.73% and female literacy is 48.62%.