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.
Here you can discover what makes Chingam unique in its vibrant Chhatroo-Kishtwar region. You’ll see Chingam’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Chingam has a total population of about 4,717, with approximately 2,419 males and 2,298 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 848 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 196 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,074. The overall literacy rate is approximately 31.99%, with male literacy at about 41.30% and female literacy near 22.19%. There are around 969 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chingam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.