Badgam
Badgam is a district in the Jammu & Kashmir State of India. The total area of Badgam district is 1,361 km², which includes 1,311.95 km² of rural area and 49.05 km² of urban area. There are about 462 villages in Badgam district.
For administrative convenience, Badgam district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 6 tehsils in Badgam district. Here is the list of all Badgam Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Badgam District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beerwah | 134 | 1,63,333 |
| 2 | Budgam | 146 | 1,33,855 |
| 3 | Chadoora | 195 | 2,12,233 |
| 4 | Charar E Shrief | 59 | 53,416 |
| 5 | Khag | 61 | 67,596 |
| 6 | Khansahib | 126 | 1,23,312 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Chadoora is the largest tehsil in badgam district by both area and population. Charar- E- Shrief is the smallest tehsil in badgam district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Chadoora | Chadoora |
| Smallest Tehsil | Charar- E- Shrief | Charar- E- Shrief |
Population of Badgam District
The population of Badgam offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Badgam, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,53,745 | 6,55,833 | 97,912 |
| Total Male Population | 3,98,041 | 3,43,385 | 54,656 |
| Total Female Population | 3,55,704 | 3,12,448 | 43,256 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,55,202 | 1,40,608 | 14,594 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 84,720 | 76,753 | 7,967 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 70,482 | 63,855 | 6,627 |
| Literate Population | 3,35,649 | 2,78,265 | 57,384 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,07,741 | 1,70,641 | 37,100 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,27,908 | 1,07,624 | 20,284 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,18,096 | 3,77,568 | 40,528 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,90,300 | 1,72,744 | 17,556 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,27,796 | 2,04,824 | 22,972 |
| Households | 1,03,363 | 89,417 | 13,946 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Badgam district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Badgam district is 7,53,745, including 3,98,041 males and 3,55,704 females. In rural areas, it is 6,55,833, including 3,43,385 males and 3,12,448 females. In urban areas, it is 97,912, including 54,656 males and 43,256 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Badgam district is 1,55,202, including 84,720 boys and 70,482 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,40,608, including 76,753 boys and 63,855 girls. In urban areas, it is 14,594, including 7,967 boys and 6,627 girls.
- Literate population in Badgam district is around 3,35,649, including 2,07,741 males and 1,27,908 females. In rural areas, it is 2,78,265, including 1,70,641 males and 1,07,624 females. In urban areas, it is 57,384, including 37,100 males and 20,284 females.
- Illiterate population in Badgam district is about 4,18,096, including 1,90,300 males and 2,27,796 females. In rural areas, it is 3,77,568, including 1,72,744 males and 2,04,824 females. In urban areas, it is 40,528, including 17,556 males and 22,972 females.
- There are about 1,03,363 households in Badgam district, including 89,417 in rural areas and 13,946 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Badgam. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 368 | 86 | 282 |
| SC Male Population | 343 | 78 | 265 |
| SC Female Population | 25 | 8 | 17 |
| Total ST Population | 23,912 | 23,293 | 619 |
| ST Male Population | 12,383 | 12,025 | 358 |
| ST Female Population | 11,529 | 11,268 | 261 |
| Population Density | 554 / km² | 500 / km² | 1,996 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Badgam district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Badgam district is approximately 368, including 343 males and 25 females. In rural areas, it is 86, including 78 males and 8 females. In urban areas, it is 282, including 265 males and 17 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Badgam district is about 23,912, including 12,383 males and 11,529 females. In rural areas, it is 23,293, including 12,025 males and 11,268 females. In urban areas, it is 619, including 358 males and 261 females.
- Overall population density of Badgam district is around 554 people per km². Rural areas have about 500 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,996 people per km².