Bater Gam - Kupwara
Bater Gam is a village situated in the Kupwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from Kupwara, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Betergam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bater Gam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bater Gam is 000061. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.7 hectares and falls under the 193222 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bater Gam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bater Gam
According to the 2011 Census, Bater Gam village had a total population of 2,610 people, including 1,306 males and 1,304 females, living in 331 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.90%, with male literacy at 83.28% and female literacy at 64.43%.
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 | 2,610 | 1,306 | 1,304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 572 | 283 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,506 | 852 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,104 | 454 | 650 |
Nearby Villages of Bater Gam
Bater 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 Bater Gam
Public transport in the Bater Gam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kupwara to Bater Gam is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bater Gam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bater Gam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bater 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 Bater 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bater Gam
Where is Bater Gam located?
Bater Gam village is located in Kupwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bater Gam?
The Gram Panchayat of Bater Gam is Betergam.
What is the pincode of Bater Gam?
The pincode of Bater Gam is 193222.
What is the population of Bater Gam?
Bater Gam had a total population of 2,610, including 1,306 males and 1,304 females.
How many households are there in Bater Gam?
Bater Gam had 331 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bater Gam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bater Gam was 73.90%. Male literacy was 83.28% and female literacy was 64.43%.