Chitra Gam - Chitragam, Shopian
Chitra Gam is a village situated in the Chitragam tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Shopian and around 16 km from Shopian. Dangerpora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Chitra Gam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitra Gam is 003342. The village covers a total geographical area of 482.4 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chitra Gam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chitra Gam
According to the 2011 Census, Chitra Gam village had a total population of 2,634 people, including 1,320 males and 1,314 females, living in 436 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.73%, with male literacy at 76.04% and female literacy at 51.53%.
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 | 2,634 | 1,320 | 1,314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 189 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,448 | 860 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,186 | 460 | 726 |
Nearby Villages of Chitra Gam
Chitra Gam 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 Chitra Gam
Chitra Gam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chitra Gam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shopiyan to Chitra Gam is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Chitra Gam 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 Chitra Gam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitra Gam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chitra Gam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitra Gam 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chitra Gam
Where is Chitra Gam located?
Chitra Gam village is located in Chitragam Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Chitra Gam?
The Halqa Panchayat of Chitra Gam is Dangerpora.
What is the pincode of Chitra Gam?
The pincode of Chitra Gam is 192303.
What is the population of Chitra Gam?
Chitra Gam had a total population of 2,634, including 1,320 males and 1,314 females.
How many households are there in Chitra Gam?
Chitra Gam had 436 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitra Gam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitra Gam was 63.73%. Male literacy was 76.04% and female literacy was 51.53%.