Lal Gam - Tral, Pulwama
Lal Gam is a village situated in the Tral tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tral and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Chandrigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lal Gam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lal Gam is 003064. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.43 hectares and falls under the 192123 pincode. Tral is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Lal 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 Tral Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lal Gam
As per Census 2011, Lal Gam village has a total population of 785 people, consisting of 388 males and 397 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 458 literate and 327 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lal Gam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 785 | 388 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 54 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 281 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 107 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Lal Gam
Lal 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 Lal Gam
Lal Gam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Lal Gam.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tral to Lal Gam is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Lal Gam is about 25 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 Lal Gam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lal 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 Lal 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 Lal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lal Gam
Where is Lal Gam located?
Lal Gam village is located in Tral Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lal Gam?
The Gram Panchayat of Lal Gam is Chandrigam.
What is the pincode of Lal Gam?
The pincode of Lal Gam is 192123.
What is the population of Lal Gam?
Lal Gam has a total population of 785, including 388 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Lal Gam?
There are 145 households in Lal Gam.
What is the literacy rate in Lal Gam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lal Gam is 58.34%. Male literacy is 72.42% and female literacy is 44.58%.