Kachigam
Kachigam is a village located in Umbergaon taluka of Valsad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Umbergaon (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Valsad. As per 2009 stats, Kachigam village is also a gram panchayat.
Kachigam has its own place in the vibrant Valsad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kachigam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kachigam is 523656. The village spans a total geographical area of 596.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 396007. Umbergaon is nearest town to Kachigam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Kachigam
Below is a concise population overview of Kachigam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,375 | 1,799 | 1,576 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 207 | 182 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 55 | 51 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,705 | 1,377 | 1,328 |
Literate Population | 2,484 | 1,459 | 1,025 |
Illiterate Population | 891 | 340 | 551 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kachigam village:
- The total population of Kachigam village is around 3,375, including approximately 1,799 males and 1,576 females, with a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 389 children aged 0–6 years in Kachigam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kachigam village has 106 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,705 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kachigam village is about 73.60%, with male literacy at 81.10% and female literacy at 65.04%.
- There are around 755 households in Kachigam village.
Connectivity of Kachigam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kachigam. As per the 2011 stats, Kachigam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kachigam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kachigam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kachigam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kachigam
- Where is Kachigam located?
- Kachigam village is situated in Umbergaon Taluka, within the Valsad district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kachigam?
- Kachigam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kachigam?
- The pincode of Kachigam is 396007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kachigam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kachigam is 3,375, with 1,799 males and 1,576 females.
- How many households are there in Kachigam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kachigam village has a total of 755 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kachigam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kachigam is 73.60%. The male literacy rate is 81.10%, while the female literacy rate is 65.04%.