Kargam
Kargam is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Kargam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kargam unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Kargam’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 Kargam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kargam is 000208. The village spans a total geographical area of 163.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193302. Handwara is nearest town to Kargam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Kargam
Population of Kargam
According to the 2011 Census, Kargam has a total population of about 1,327, with approximately 690 males and 637 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 227 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.08%, with male literacy at about 66.67% and female literacy near 50.86%. There are around 210 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kargam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,327 | 690 | 637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 131 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 784 | 460 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 230 | 313 |
Connectivity of Kargam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kargam. As per the 2011 stats, Kargam 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kargam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kargam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kargam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kargam
- Where is Kargam located?
- Kargam village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kargam?
- Kargam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kargam?
- The pincode of Kargam is 193302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kargam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kargam is 1,327, with 690 males and 637 females.
- How many households are there in Kargam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kargam village has a total of 210 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kargam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kargam is 59.08%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 50.86%.