Kangam
Kangam is a village located in Jambusar taluka of Bharuch district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Jambusar (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Bharuch. As per 2009 stats, Kangam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kangam unique in its vibrant Jambusar-Bharuch region. You’ll see Kangam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kangam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kangam is 521886. The village spans a total geographical area of 1735.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 392150. Jambusar is nearest town to Kangam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Kangam
Population of Kangam
According to the 2011 Census, Kangam has a total population of about 2,261, with approximately 1,172 males and 1,089 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 181 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 954. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.43%, with male literacy at about 68.86% and female literacy near 53.44%. There are around 473 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kangam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,261 | 1,172 | 1,089 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 136 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 95 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 954 | 500 | 454 |
| Literate Population | 1,389 | 807 | 582 |
| Illiterate Population | 872 | 365 | 507 |
Connectivity of Kangam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kangam. As per the 2011 stats, Kangam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Kangam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kangam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kangam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kangam
- Where is Kangam located?
- Kangam village is situated in Jambusar Taluka, within the Bharuch district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kangam?
- Kangam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kangam?
- The pincode of Kangam is 392150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kangam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kangam is 2,261, with 1,172 males and 1,089 females.
- How many households are there in Kangam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kangam village has a total of 473 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kangam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kangam is 61.43%. The male literacy rate is 68.86%, while the female literacy rate is 53.44%.