Kani Gam
Kani Gam is a village located in Shopian tehsil of Shupiyan district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from Shopian, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kani Gam village.
Here you can discover what makes Kani Gam unique in its vibrant Shopian-Shupiyan region. You’ll see Kani Gam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kani Gam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kani Gam is 003355. The village spans a total geographical area of 106 hectares. Shopiyan is nearest town to Kani Gam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kani Gam
Population of Kani Gam
According to the 2011 Census, Kani Gam has a total population of about 850, with approximately 434 males and 416 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 143 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.94%, with male literacy at about 60.83% and female literacy near 48.80%. There are around 131 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kani Gam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 850 | 434 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 82 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 467 | 264 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 170 | 213 |
Connectivity of Kani Gam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kani Gam. As per the 2011 stats, Kani Gam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kani Gam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kani Gam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kani Gam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kani Gam
- Where is Kani Gam located?
- Kani Gam village is situated in Shopian Tehsil, within the Shupiyan district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the population of Kani Gam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kani Gam is 850, with 434 males and 416 females.
- How many households are there in Kani Gam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kani Gam village has a total of 131 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kani Gam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kani Gam is 54.94%. The male literacy rate is 60.83%, while the female literacy rate is 48.80%.