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.

Kargam has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara 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 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.

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Population of Kargam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Kargam village is around 1,327, including approximately 690 males and 637 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 227 children aged 0–6 years in Kargam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Kargam village is about 59.08%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 50.86%.
  • There are around 210 households in Kargam village.

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.

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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%.