Chingam
Chingam is a village located in Chhatroo tehsil of Kishtwar district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Chhatroo (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Kishtwar. As per 2009 stats, Chingam C is the gram panchayat of Chingam village.
Chingam has its own place in the vibrant Kishtwar 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 Chingam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chingam is 004758. The village spans a total geographical area of 4540.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182204. Kishtwar is nearest town to Chingam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
Google Map of Chingam
Population of Chingam
Below is a concise population overview of Chingam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,717 | 2,419 | 2,298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 848 | 407 | 441 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 103 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,074 | 581 | 493 |
| Literate Population | 1,509 | 999 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,208 | 1,420 | 1,788 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chingam village:
- The total population of Chingam village is around 4,717, including approximately 2,419 males and 2,298 females, with a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 848 children aged 0–6 years in Chingam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chingam village has 196 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,074 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chingam village is about 31.99%, with male literacy at 41.30% and female literacy at 22.19%.
- There are around 969 households in Chingam village.
Connectivity of Chingam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chingam. As per the 2011 stats, Chingam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chingam
Knowing the nearby villages of Chingam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chingam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chingam
- Where is Chingam located?
- Chingam village is situated in Chhatroo Tehsil, within the Kishtwar district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chingam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chingam is Chingam C (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chingam?
- The pincode of Chingam is 182204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chingam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chingam is 4,717, with 2,419 males and 2,298 females.
- How many households are there in Chingam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chingam village has a total of 969 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chingam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chingam is 31.99%. The male literacy rate is 41.30%, while the female literacy rate is 22.19%.