Kargam
About Kargam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kargam village is 000208. Kargam village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 163.5 hectares. Kargam has a total population of 1,327 peoples, out of which male population is 690 while female population is 637. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 923 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kargam village is 59.08% out of which 66.67% males and 50.86% females are literate. There are about 210 houses in kargam village. Pincode of kargam village 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
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,327 | 690 | 637 |
| Literate Population | 784 | 460 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 230 | 313 |
Connectivity of Kargam
| 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
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%.