Chingam
About Chingam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chingam village is 004758. Chingam village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 4540.2 hectares. Chingam has a total population of 4,717 peoples, out of which male population is 2,419 while female population is 2,298. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 949 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chingam village is 31.99% out of which 41.30% males and 22.19% females are literate. There are about 969 houses in chingam village. Pincode of chingam village locality is 182204.
Kishtwar is nearest town to chingam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
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Population of Chingam
The population details of Chingam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,717 | 2,419 | 2,298 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 848 | 407 | 441 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 196 | 103 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,074 | 581 | 493 |
| Literate Population | 1,509 | 999 | 510 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,208 | 1,420 | 1,788 |
Connectivity of Chingam
| 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 |
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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%.