Padam
About Padam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Padam village is 001075. Padam village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 342 hectares. Padam has a total population of 1,538 peoples, out of which male population is 808 while female population is 730. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 903 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of padam village is 62.94% out of which 74.50% males and 50.14% females are literate. There are about 261 houses in padam village. Pincode of padam village 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
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,538 | 808 | 730 |
| Literate Population | 968 | 602 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 570 | 206 | 364 |
Connectivity of Padam
| 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
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%.