Pranigam - Aripal, Pulwama
Pranigam is a village situated in the Aripal tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 21 km from Tral and around 47 km from Pulwama. Gulistan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Pranigam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pranigam is 003031. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.8 hectares and falls under the 192122 pincode. Tral is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Pranigam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tral Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pranigam
According to the 2011 Census, Pranigam village had a total population of 870 people, including 449 males and 421 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.35%, with male literacy at 26.97% and female literacy at 6.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 803.
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 | 870 | 449 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 93 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 803 | 410 | 393 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 96 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 751 | 353 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Pranigam
Pranigam 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 Pranigam
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tral to Pranigam is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Pranigam is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Pranigam
Where is Pranigam located?
Pranigam village is located in Aripal Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Pranigam?
The Halqa Panchayat of Pranigam is Gulistan.
What is the pincode of Pranigam?
The pincode of Pranigam is 192122.
What is the population of Pranigam?
Pranigam had a total population of 870, including 449 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Pranigam?
Pranigam had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pranigam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pranigam was 17.35%. Male literacy was 26.97% and female literacy was 6.97%.