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.
Here you can discover what makes Kachigam unique in its vibrant Umbergaon-Valsad region. You’ll see Kachigam’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 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.
Google Map of Kachigam
Population of Kachigam
According to the 2011 Census, Kachigam has a total population of about 3,375, with approximately 1,799 males and 1,576 females. The sex ratio is around 876 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 389 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 106 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,705. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.60%, with male literacy at about 81.10% and female literacy near 65.04%. There are around 755 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kachigam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.