Wangam - Qaziabad (Kralgund), Kupwara
Wangam is a village situated in the Qaziabad (Kralgund) tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Handwara and around 28 km from Kupwara. Kasloo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wangam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wangam is 000317. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.4 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Wangam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Langate Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wangam
According to the 2011 Census, Wangam village had a total population of 386 people, including 212 males and 174 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 821 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.18%, with male literacy at 74.73% and female literacy at 56.52%.
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 | 386 | 212 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 30 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 136 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 76 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Wangam
Wangam 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 Wangam
Wangam 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 Wangam is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Wangam is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wangam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wangam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wangam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wangam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wangam
Where is Wangam located?
Wangam village is located in Qaziabad (Kralgund) Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wangam?
The Gram Panchayat of Wangam is Kasloo.
What is the pincode of Wangam?
The pincode of Wangam is 193302.
What is the population of Wangam?
Wangam had a total population of 386, including 212 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Wangam?
Wangam had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wangam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wangam was 66.18%. Male literacy was 74.73% and female literacy was 56.52%.