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.
Here you can discover what makes Padam unique in its vibrant Zanskar-Kargil region. You’ll see Padam’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 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.
Google Map of Padam
Population of Padam
According to the 2011 Census, Padam has a total population of about 1,538, with approximately 808 males and 730 females. The sex ratio is around 903 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 211 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,534. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.94%, with male literacy at about 74.50% and female literacy near 50.14%. There are around 261 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Padam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.