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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Pingal Gam village had a total population of 593 people, including 292 males and 301 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.08%, with male literacy at 76.05% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 593 | 292 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 54 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Pingal Gam?
The Halqa 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 had a total population of 593, including 292 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Pingal Gam?
Pingal Gam had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pingal Gam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pingal Gam was 63.08%. Male literacy was 76.05% and female literacy was 50.00%.