Shaster Gam
Shaster Gam is a village located in Dooru tehsil of Anantnag district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Dooru (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Anantnag.
Here you can discover what makes Shaster Gam unique in its vibrant Dooru-Anantnag region. You’ll see Shaster Gam’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 Shaster Gam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shaster Gam is 003851. The village spans a total geographical area of 200.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 192221. Dooru is nearest town to Shaster Gam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Shaster Gam
Population of Shaster Gam
According to the 2011 Census, Shaster Gam has a total population of about 730, with approximately 369 males and 361 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 208 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.22%, with male literacy at about 46.07% and female literacy near 30.19%. There are around 86 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shaster Gam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 730 | 369 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 106 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 170 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 451 | 199 | 252 |
Connectivity of Shaster Gam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shaster Gam. As per the 2011 stats, Shaster Gam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shaster Gam
Knowing the nearby villages of Shaster Gam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shaster Gam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shaster Gam
- Where is Shaster Gam located?
- Shaster Gam village is situated in Dooru Tehsil, within the Anantnag district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Shaster Gam?
- The pincode of Shaster Gam is 192221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shaster Gam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shaster Gam is 730, with 369 males and 361 females.
- How many households are there in Shaster Gam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shaster Gam village has a total of 86 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shaster Gam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shaster Gam is 38.22%. The male literacy rate is 46.07%, while the female literacy rate is 30.19%.