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.

Wagam has its own place in the vibrant Badgam 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 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.

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Population of Wagam

Below is a concise population overview of Wagam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wagam village:

  • The total population of Wagam village is around 1,100, including approximately 540 males and 560 females, with a sex ratio of 1037 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 193 children aged 0–6 years in Wagam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Wagam village is about 54.82%, with male literacy at 65.74% and female literacy at 44.29%.
  • There are around 183 households in Wagam village.

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.

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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%.