Bargam - Tral, Pulwama
Bargam is a village situated in the Tral tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tral and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Baragam serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bargam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bargam is 003096. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.2 hectares and falls under the 192123 pincode. Tral is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bargam 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 Bargam
According to the 2011 Census, Bargam village had a total population of 849 people, including 443 males and 406 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.09%, with male literacy at 83.47% and female literacy at 60.50%.
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 | 849 | 443 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 74 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 308 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 135 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Bargam
Bargam 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 Bargam
Bargam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tral to Bargam is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Bargam is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bargam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bargam 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 Bargam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bargam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bargam
Where is Bargam located?
Bargam village is located in Tral Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bargam?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bargam is Baragam.
What is the pincode of Bargam?
The pincode of Bargam is 192123.
What is the population of Bargam?
Bargam had a total population of 849, including 443 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Bargam?
Bargam had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bargam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bargam was 72.09%. Male literacy was 83.47% and female literacy was 60.50%.