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.

Kargam 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 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.

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Population of Kargam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Kargam village is around 621, including approximately 304 males and 317 females, with a sex ratio of 1042 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 83 children aged 0–6 years in Kargam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Kargam village is about 53.30%, with male literacy at 58.55% and female literacy at 48.26%.
  • There are around 113 households in Kargam village.

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.

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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%.