Kargam
Kargam is a village located in Shopian tehsil of Shupiyan district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from Shopian, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kargam village.
Here you can discover what makes Kargam unique in its vibrant Shopian-Shupiyan region. You’ll see Kargam’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 Kargam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kargam is 003404. The village spans a total geographical area of 99.5 hectares. Shopiyan is nearest town to Kargam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kargam
Population of Kargam
According to the 2011 Census, Kargam has a total population of about 621, with approximately 304 males and 317 females. The sex ratio is around 1042 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 83 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 53.30%, with male literacy at about 58.55% and female literacy near 48.26%. There are around 113 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kargam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 621 | 304 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 331 | 178 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 126 | 164 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kargam
- Where is Kargam located?
- Kargam village is situated in Shopian Tehsil, within the Shupiyan district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the population of Kargam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kargam is 621, with 304 males and 317 females.
- How many households are there in Kargam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kargam village has a total of 113 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kargam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kargam is 53.30%. The male literacy rate is 58.55%, while the female literacy rate is 48.26%.