Kargam - Handwara, Kupwara
Kargam is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Kargam village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kargam is 000208. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.5 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kargam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kargam
According to the 2011 Census, Kargam village had a total population of 1,327 people, including 690 males and 637 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.27%, with male literacy at 82.29% and female literacy at 59.89%.
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 | 1,327 | 690 | 637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 131 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 784 | 460 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 230 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Kargam
Kargam 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 Kargam
Kargam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Kargam is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Kargam is about 19 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 Kargam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kargam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kargam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kargam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kargam
Where is Kargam located?
Kargam village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kargam?
Kargam is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kargam?
The pincode of Kargam is 193302.
What is the population of Kargam?
Kargam had a total population of 1,327, including 690 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Kargam?
Kargam had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kargam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kargam was 71.27%. Male literacy was 82.29% and female literacy was 59.89%.