Karshn Gam Village Overview
Karshn Gam is a village in Pahalgam tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu & Kashmir. It lies about 16 km from Pahalgam tehsil headquarters and around 22 km from Anantnag district headquarters.
The sections below provide essential information about Karshn Gam village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karshn Gam is 003558. The village covers a geographical area of 182.1 hectares and has a pincode of 192129. Ashmuqam is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Location Map of Karshn Gam
Population & Demographics of Karshn Gam
This section provides population and demographic details of Karshn Gam village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,321 | 661 | 660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 103 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 611 | 374 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 710 | 287 | 423 |
Key population details of Karshn Gam village are given below:
- Karshn Gam village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,321, including approximately 661 males and 660 females, with a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- The literacy level of Karshn Gam village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 46.25%.
- There are around 234 households in Karshn Gam village.
Transport & Connectivity of Karshn Gam
Transport facilities help residents of Karshn Gam village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karshn Gam
The following villages are located close to Karshn Gam and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karshn Gam
- Where is Karshn Gam located?
- Karshn Gam village is located in Pahalgam Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Karshn Gam?
- The pincode of Karshn Gam is 192129.
- What is the population of Karshn Gam?
- Karshn Gam has a total population of 1,321, including 661 males and 660 females.
- How many households are there in Karshn Gam?
- There are 234 households in Karshn Gam.
- What is the literacy rate in Karshn Gam?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karshn Gam is 46.25%. Male literacy is 56.58% and female literacy is 35.91%.