Chowgam

Chowgam is a village located in Shopian tehsil of Shupiyan district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 2km away from Shopian, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chowgam village.

Chowgam has its own place in the vibrant Shupiyan 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 Chowgam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chowgam is 003495. The village spans a total geographical area of 144.9 hectares. Shopiyan is nearest town to Chowgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.

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Population of Chowgam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 677 341 336
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 66 32 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 425 249 176
Illiterate Population 252 92 160

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

  • The total population of Chowgam village is around 677, including approximately 341 males and 336 females, with a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 66 children aged 0–6 years in Chowgam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Chowgam village is about 62.78%, with male literacy at 73.02% and female literacy at 52.38%.
  • There are around 110 households in Chowgam village.

Connectivity of Chowgam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chowgam. As per the 2011 stats, Chowgam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chowgam

Knowing the nearby villages of Chowgam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chowgam.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chowgam

Where is Chowgam located?
Chowgam village is situated in Shopian Tehsil, within the Shupiyan district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the population of Chowgam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chowgam is 677, with 341 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Chowgam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chowgam village has a total of 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chowgam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chowgam is 62.78%. The male literacy rate is 73.02%, while the female literacy rate is 52.38%.