Vilgam - Villgam, Kupwara
Vilgam is a village situated in the Villgam tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Handwara and around 20 km from Kupwara. Villigam A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vilgam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vilgam is 000145. The village covers a total geographical area of 295 hectares and falls under the 193224 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Vilgam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vilgam
As per Census 2011, Vilgam village has a total population of 4,462 people, consisting of 2,876 males and 1,586 females. The village has 509 households and a sex ratio of 551 females per 1,000 males. There are 607 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,988 literate and 1,474 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vilgam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,462 | 2,876 | 1,586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 607 | 375 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 5 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 11 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,988 | 2,207 | 781 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,474 | 669 | 805 |
Nearby Villages of Vilgam
Vilgam 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 Vilgam
Vilgam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Kupwara to Vilgam is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vilgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vilgam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vilgam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vilgam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vilgam
Where is Vilgam located?
Vilgam village is located in Villgam Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vilgam?
The Gram Panchayat of Vilgam is Villigam A.
What is the pincode of Vilgam?
The pincode of Vilgam is 193224.
What is the population of Vilgam?
Vilgam has a total population of 4,462, including 2,876 males and 1,586 females.
How many households are there in Vilgam?
There are 509 households in Vilgam.
What is the literacy rate in Vilgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vilgam is 66.97%. Male literacy is 76.74% and female literacy is 49.24%.