Chowgam - Devsar, Kulgam
Chowgam is a village situated in the Devsar tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Kulgam and around 16 km from Kulgam. Chowgam-a serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chowgam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chowgam is 004003. The village covers a total geographical area of 338.7 hectares and falls under the 192231 pincode. Devsar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chowgam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chowgam
According to the 2011 Census, Chowgam village had a total population of 4,247 people, including 2,156 males and 2,091 females, living in 729 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.82%, with male literacy at 75.33% and female literacy at 54.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,247 | 2,156 | 2,091 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 682 | 360 | 322 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,311 | 1,353 | 958 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,936 | 803 | 1,133 |
Nearby Villages of Chowgam
Chowgam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chowgam
Chowgam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chowgam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devsar to Chowgam is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kulgam to Chowgam is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chowgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chowgam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chowgam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chowgam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chowgam
Where is Chowgam located?
Chowgam village is located in Devsar Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chowgam?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chowgam is Chowgam-a.
What is the pincode of Chowgam?
The pincode of Chowgam is 192231.
What is the population of Chowgam?
Chowgam had a total population of 4,247, including 2,156 males and 2,091 females.
How many households are there in Chowgam?
Chowgam had 729 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chowgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chowgam was 64.82%. Male literacy was 75.33% and female literacy was 54.15%.