Chowgam

Chowgam is a village located in Kulgam tehsil of Kulgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 16km away from Kulgam, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chowgam village.

Chowgam has its own place in the vibrant Kulgam 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 Chowgam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chowgam is 004003. The village spans a total geographical area of 338.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 192102. Devsar is nearest town to Chowgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Chowgam

Below is a concise population overview of Chowgam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,247 2,156 2,091
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 682 360 322
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 2,311 1,353 958
Illiterate Population 1,936 803 1,133

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chowgam village:

  • The total population of Chowgam village is around 4,247, including approximately 2,156 males and 2,091 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 682 children aged 0–6 years in Chowgam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chowgam village has 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chowgam village is about 54.41%, with male literacy at 62.76% and female literacy at 45.82%.
  • There are around 729 households in Chowgam village.

Connectivity of Chowgam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chowgam. As per the 2011 stats, Chowgam 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Chowgam

Knowing the nearby villages of Chowgam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chowgam.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chowgam

Where is Chowgam located?
Chowgam village is situated in Kulgam Tehsil, within the Kulgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Chowgam?
The pincode of Chowgam is 192102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chowgam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chowgam is 4,247, with 2,156 males and 2,091 females.
How many households are there in Chowgam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chowgam village has a total of 729 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chowgam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chowgam is 54.41%. The male literacy rate is 62.76%, while the female literacy rate is 45.82%.