Wagam
Wagam is a village located in Chadoora tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Chadoora (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Budgam. As per 2009 stats, Wagam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Wagam unique in its vibrant Chadoora-Badgam region. You’ll see Wagam’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 Wagam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wagam is 000791. The village spans a total geographical area of 132.3 hectares. Chadoora is nearest town to Wagam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Wagam
Population of Wagam
According to the 2011 Census, Wagam has a total population of about 1,100, with approximately 540 males and 560 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 193 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.82%, with male literacy at about 65.74% and female literacy near 44.29%. There are around 183 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wagam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,100 | 540 | 560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 97 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 603 | 355 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 185 | 312 |
Connectivity of Wagam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wagam. As per the 2011 stats, Wagam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wagam
Knowing the nearby villages of Wagam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wagam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wagam
- Where is Wagam located?
- Wagam village is situated in Chadoora Tehsil, within the Badgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wagam?
- Wagam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Wagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wagam is 1,100, with 540 males and 560 females.
- How many households are there in Wagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wagam village has a total of 183 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wagam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wagam is 54.82%. The male literacy rate is 65.74%, while the female literacy rate is 44.29%.