Gamraj - Tral, Pulwama
Gamraj is a village situated in the Tral tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tral and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Diver serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Gamraj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gamraj is 003056. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.1 hectares and falls under the 192123 pincode. Tral is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Gamraj 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 Gamraj
According to the 2011 Census, Gamraj village had a total population of 1,141 people, including 583 males and 558 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.23%, with male literacy at 78.35% and female literacy at 51.59%.
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 | 1,141 | 583 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 668 | 409 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 174 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Gamraj
Gamraj 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 Gamraj
Gamraj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gamraj.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tral to Gamraj is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Gamraj is about 37 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 Gamraj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gamraj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gamraj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gamraj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gamraj
Where is Gamraj located?
Gamraj village is located in Tral Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Gamraj?
The Halqa Panchayat of Gamraj is Diver.
What is the pincode of Gamraj?
The pincode of Gamraj is 192123.
What is the population of Gamraj?
Gamraj had a total population of 1,141, including 583 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Gamraj?
Gamraj had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gamraj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamraj was 65.23%. Male literacy was 78.35% and female literacy was 51.59%.