Adgam - Sami, Patan
Adgam is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Adgam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Adgam is 508993. The village covers a total geographical area of 1188.59 hectares and falls under the 384245 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Adgam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Adgam
According to the 2011 Census, Adgam village had a total population of 1,385 people, including 707 males and 678 females, living in 262 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.91%, with male literacy at 55.01% and female literacy at 32.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 1,385 | 707 | 678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 118 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 508 | 324 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 877 | 383 | 494 |
Nearby Villages of Adgam
Adgam 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 Adgam
Adgam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Radhanpur to Adgam is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Adgam is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Adgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Adgam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Adgam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Adgam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Adgam
Where is Adgam located?
Adgam village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Adgam?
Adgam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Adgam?
The pincode of Adgam is 384245.
What is the population of Adgam?
Adgam had a total population of 1,385, including 707 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Adgam?
Adgam had 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Adgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Adgam was 43.91%. Male literacy was 55.01% and female literacy was 32.39%.