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.
Shaster Gam has its own place in the vibrant Anantnag 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 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.
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Population of Shaster Gam
Below is a concise population overview of Shaster Gam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shaster Gam village:
- The total population of Shaster Gam village is around 730, including approximately 369 males and 361 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 208 children aged 0–6 years in Shaster Gam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shaster Gam village has 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shaster Gam village is about 38.22%, with male literacy at 46.07% and female literacy at 30.19%.
- There are around 86 households in Shaster Gam village.
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%.