Padam

Padam is a village located in Zanskar tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Zanskar (tehsildar office) and 226km away from district headquarter Kargil. As per 2009 stats, Padum is the gram panchayat of Padam village.

Padam has its own place in the vibrant Kargil 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 Padam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padam is 001075. The village spans a total geographical area of 342 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 194302. Kargil is nearest town to Padam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 234km away.

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Population of Padam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,538 808 730
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 211 113 98
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,534 805 729
Literate Population 968 602 366
Illiterate Population 570 206 364

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

  • The total population of Padam village is around 1,538, including approximately 808 males and 730 females, with a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 211 children aged 0–6 years in Padam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Padam village has 1,534 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Padam village is about 62.94%, with male literacy at 74.50% and female literacy at 50.14%.
  • There are around 261 households in Padam village.

Connectivity of Padam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padam. As per the 2011 stats, Padam had access to public bus service, private bus service and 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 Padam

Knowing the nearby villages of Padam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padam.

Rantaq Shah Tonrian Thagan Techa Khasar Seni Selapigai Pak Upti Pipiting Salapi Ruruk Lungmi Rezing Karshah Zangla Tangday Kumi

Frequently Asked Questions about Padam

Where is Padam located?
Padam village is situated in Zanskar Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padam?
The Gram Panchayat of Padam is Padum (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Padam?
The pincode of Padam is 194302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Padam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padam is 1,538, with 808 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Padam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Padam village has a total of 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padam is 62.94%. The male literacy rate is 74.50%, while the female literacy rate is 50.14%.