Patal Bagh - Pampore, Pulwama
Patal Bagh is a village situated in the Pampore tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pampore and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Patal Bagh village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patal Bagh is 002980. The village covers a total geographical area of 293 hectares and falls under the 192121 pincode. Pampore is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Patal Bagh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pampore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patal Bagh
According to the 2011 Census, Patal Bagh village had a total population of 2,639 people, including 1,305 males and 1,334 females, living in 450 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.56%, with male literacy at 58.74% and female literacy at 42.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 2,639 | 1,305 | 1,334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 161 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,175 | 672 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,464 | 633 | 831 |
Nearby Villages of Patal Bagh
Patal Bagh 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 Patal Bagh
Patal Bagh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Patal Bagh.
| 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 Pampore to Patal Bagh is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Patal Bagh is about 15 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 Patal Bagh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patal Bagh 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Patal Bagh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patal Bagh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Patal Bagh
Where is Patal Bagh located?
Patal Bagh village is located in Pampore Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Patal Bagh?
Patal Bagh is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patal Bagh?
The pincode of Patal Bagh is 192121.
What is the population of Patal Bagh?
Patal Bagh had a total population of 2,639, including 1,305 males and 1,334 females.
How many households are there in Patal Bagh?
Patal Bagh had 450 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patal Bagh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patal Bagh was 50.56%. Male literacy was 58.74% and female literacy was 42.63%.