Monghama - Tral, Pulwama
Monghama is a village situated in the Tral tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tral and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Pul;wama. Monghama village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Monghama is 003052. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.9 hectares and falls under the 192123 pincode. Tral is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Monghama 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 Monghama
As per Census 2011, Monghama village has a total population of 1,500 people, consisting of 769 males and 731 females. The village has 267 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 817 literate and 683 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Monghama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,500 | 769 | 731 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 101 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 817 | 489 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 683 | 280 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Monghama
Monghama 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 Monghama
Monghama 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 Monghama.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Monghama is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pul;wama to Monghama 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 Monghama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Monghama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Monghama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Monghama 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 Monghama
Where is Monghama located?
Monghama village is located in Tral Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Monghama?
Monghama is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Monghama?
The pincode of Monghama is 192123.
What is the population of Monghama?
Monghama has a total population of 1,500, including 769 males and 731 females.
How many households are there in Monghama?
There are 267 households in Monghama.
What is the literacy rate in Monghama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Monghama is 54.47%. Male literacy is 63.59% and female literacy is 44.87%.