Kulgam facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Kulgam Kolgom
Town
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Country	India
Union territory	Jammu and Kashmir
District	Kulgam
Government
• Type	Democracy
• Body	Govt. of Jammu & Kashmir
Area
• Total	18.51 km2 (7.15 sq mi)
Elevation	1,739 m (5,705 ft)
Population  (2011)
• Total	23,584
• Density	1,274.1/km2 (3,300.0/sq mi)
Languages
• Official	Kashmiri, Urdu, Hindi, Dogri, English
Demographics
• Literacy rate	69.2%
• Sex ratio	871.0 ♀/ 1000 ♂
Time zone	UTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN CODE	192231,
Telephone code	01931
Vehicle registration	JK18
Website	https://kulgam.nic.in/

Kulgam (Urdu pronunciation: [kʊlɡɑːm]) is a town in Jammu and Kashmir, India. In the local Kashmiri tongue, it is called Kolgom (Kashmiri pronunciation: [kɔlɨɡoːm]). It is the main town and capital of the Kulgam district.

Kulgam is about 67 kilometers (42 miles) away from Srinagar. Srinagar is the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir. The town has a population of 23,584 people, based on the 2011 census. It is divided into 16 parts called electoral wards.

Discovering Kulgam's Past

Kulgam has a rich history. Archaeologists found old items in a nearby village called Kutbal. These items date back to the time of the Kushan Empire. This was around the first century AD.

The things found, like stamped tiles, show how people lived. They tell us about their culture, how they kept their towns neat, and their art. It seems people in Kulgam had a very advanced way of life long ago.

People and Population

According to the 2011 Indian census, Kulgam had 23,584 residents. There were 12,605 males and 10,979 females. About 14% of the population was under six years old.

Most people in Kulgam can read and write. The literacy rate for those over six years old was 69.2%. This means almost 7 out of 10 people could read and write. More males were literate (80.7%) than females (56.1%).

Religions in Kulgam

Religion in Kulgam City (2011)      Islam (95.35%)     Hinduism (4.18%)     Sikhism (0.11%)     Christianity (0.25%)     Buddhism (0.01%)     Jainism (0.01%)     Not Stated (0.1%)

Most people in Kulgam follow the Islamic faith. Other religions like Hinduism, Sikhism, and Christianity are also present.

How Kulgam's Population Grew

The population of Kulgam has grown a lot over the years. In 1911, there were less than 2,000 people. By 2011, the population had grown to over 23,000. This shows how the town has developed and attracted more residents.

Places to See in Kulgam

Kulgam is a beautiful area with many natural sights. It is about 68 km (42 miles) from Srinagar. It is also about 17 km (11 miles) from Anantnag. The town is well-connected by roads to nearby districts. These include Shopian, Pulwama, and Anantnag.

There are many interesting places to visit:

• Aharbal Waterfall: This amazing waterfall is on the Veshaw River. It is a popular spot for visitors.
• Amnoo Eidgah: This is a scenic place in the southwest part of Kulgam district. It is great for sightseeing.
• Highland Pastures: Places like Kongwattan, Gurwattan, Charenbal, and Nadimarg are beautiful green meadows. They are perfect for enjoying nature.
• Virgin Meadows: You can find untouched meadows from Kund to Ladigasan. These areas offer stunning views.

Kulgam also has many natural springs. These include Kausar Nag, Waseknag, Khee Nag, and Qaimoh Nag. These springs add to the natural beauty of the region.

Getting Around Kulgam

By Train

Kulgam does not have its own railway station. The closest train stations are Anantnag railway station and Qazigund railway station. Anantnag is about 17 kilometers (11 miles) away. Qazigund is about 10-20 kilometers (6-12 miles) away.

By Air

Kulgam does not have an airport. The nearest airport is Srinagar International Airport. It is about 85 kilometers (53 miles) from Kulgam.

Images for kids

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  Aharbal Fall

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  Aharbal

See also

In Spanish: Kulgam para niños