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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Lal Gam village had a total population of 785 people, including 388 males and 397 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.56%, with male literacy at 84.13% and female literacy at 52.99%.
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 | 785 | 388 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 54 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Lal Gam?
The Halqa 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 had a total population of 785, including 388 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Lal Gam?
Lal Gam had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lal Gam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lal Gam was 68.56%. Male literacy was 84.13% and female literacy was 52.99%.