Talan Gam - Kakapora, Pulwama
Talan Gam is a village situated in the Kakapora tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Pulweama and around 5 km from Pulwama. Talangam serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Talan Gam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Talan Gam is 003143. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.2 hectares and falls under the 192304 pincode. Pulwama is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Talan 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 Talan Gam
According to the 2011 Census, Talan Gam village had a total population of 1,109 people, including 571 males and 538 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.72%, with male literacy at 71.49% and female literacy at 53.67%.
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 | 1,109 | 571 | 538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 108 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 572 | 331 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 240 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Talan Gam
Talan 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 Talan Gam
Talan 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 Talan Gam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Talan Gam is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Talan Gam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Talan Gam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Talan 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 Talan 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Talan Gam
Where is Talan Gam located?
Talan Gam village is located in Kakapora Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Talan Gam?
The Halqa Panchayat of Talan Gam is Talangam.
What is the pincode of Talan Gam?
The pincode of Talan Gam is 192304.
What is the population of Talan Gam?
Talan Gam had a total population of 1,109, including 571 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Talan Gam?
Talan Gam had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Talan Gam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Talan Gam was 62.72%. Male literacy was 71.49% and female literacy was 53.67%.