Pingal Gam - Kakapora, Pulwama
Pingal Gam is a village situated in the Kakapora tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Pulwama and around 14 km from Pulwama. Kasrigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pingal Gam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pingal Gam is 003124. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.5 hectares and falls under the 192304 pincode. Pulwama is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Pingal Gam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pulwama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pingal Gam
As per Census 2011, Pingal Gam village has a total population of 593 people, consisting of 292 males and 301 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 299 literate and 294 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pingal Gam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 593 | 292 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 54 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 181 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 111 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Pingal Gam
Pingal 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 Pingal Gam
Pingal Gam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Pingal Gam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pulwama to Pingal Gam is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Pingal Gam is about 14 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 Pingal Gam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pingal 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 Pingal 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 Pingal Gam 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pingal Gam
Where is Pingal Gam located?
Pingal Gam village is located in Kakapora Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pingal Gam?
The Gram Panchayat of Pingal Gam is Kasrigam.
What is the pincode of Pingal Gam?
The pincode of Pingal Gam is 192304.
What is the population of Pingal Gam?
Pingal Gam has a total population of 593, including 292 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Pingal Gam?
There are 101 households in Pingal Gam.
What is the literacy rate in Pingal Gam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pingal Gam is 50.42%. Male literacy is 61.99% and female literacy is 39.20%.