Kigam
Kigam is a village located in Kupwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 11km away from Kupwara, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kigam village. As per 2009 stats, Keegam is the gram panchayat of Kigam village.
Kigam 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 Kigam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kigam is 000120. The village spans a total geographical area of 289.4 hectares. Kupwara is nearest town to Kigam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Kigam
Population of Kigam
Below is a concise population overview of Kigam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,179 | 4,594 | 1,585 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 916 | 479 | 437 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 128 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 279 | 166 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 4,174 | 3,654 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,005 | 940 | 1,065 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kigam village:
- The total population of Kigam village is around 6,179, including approximately 4,594 males and 1,585 females, with a sex ratio of 345 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 916 children aged 0–6 years in Kigam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kigam village has 128 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 279 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kigam village is about 67.55%, with male literacy at 79.54% and female literacy at 32.81%.
- There are around 455 households in Kigam village.
Connectivity of Kigam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kigam. As per the 2011 stats, Kigam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kigam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kigam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kigam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kigam
- Where is Kigam located?
- Kigam village is situated in Kupwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kigam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kigam is Keegam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kigam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kigam is 6,179, with 4,594 males and 1,585 females.
- How many households are there in Kigam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kigam village has a total of 455 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kigam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kigam is 67.55%. The male literacy rate is 79.54%, while the female literacy rate is 32.81%.