Sogam
Sogam is a village located in Kupwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 16km away from Kupwara, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sogam village. As per 2009 stats, Sogam D is the gram panchayat of Sogam village.
Sogam 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 Sogam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sogam is 000037. The village spans a total geographical area of 642.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193223. Kupwara is nearest town to Sogam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Sogam
Population of Sogam
Below is a concise population overview of Sogam 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 | 10,166 | 5,149 | 5,017 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,204 | 1,174 | 1,030 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 988 | 497 | 491 |
| Literate Population | 5,463 | 3,214 | 2,249 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,703 | 1,935 | 2,768 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sogam village:
- The total population of Sogam village is around 10,166, including approximately 5,149 males and 5,017 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,204 children aged 0–6 years in Sogam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sogam village has 988 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sogam village is about 53.74%, with male literacy at 62.42% and female literacy at 44.83%.
- There are around 1,319 households in Sogam village.
Connectivity of Sogam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sogam. As per the 2011 stats, Sogam 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sogam
Knowing the nearby villages of Sogam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sogam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sogam
- Where is Sogam located?
- Sogam village is situated in Kupwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sogam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sogam is Sogam D (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sogam?
- The pincode of Sogam is 193223, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sogam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sogam is 10,166, with 5,149 males and 5,017 females.
- How many households are there in Sogam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sogam village has a total of 1,319 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sogam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sogam is 53.74%. The male literacy rate is 62.42%, while the female literacy rate is 44.83%.