Choti Gam - Harmain, Shopian
Choti Gam is a village situated in the Harmain tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Shopian and around 10 km from Shopian. Chotigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choti Gam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choti Gam is 003451. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.3 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Choti Gam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wachi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Choti Gam
As per Census 2011, Choti Gam village has a total population of 657 people, consisting of 328 males and 329 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 408 literate and 249 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Choti Gam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 657 | 328 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 224 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 104 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Choti Gam
Choti 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 Choti Gam
Choti Gam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shopiyan to Choti Gam is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Choti Gam is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choti Gam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choti Gam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Choti 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 Choti 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 Choti Gam
Where is Choti Gam located?
Choti Gam village is located in Harmain Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choti Gam?
The Gram Panchayat of Choti Gam is Chotigam.
What is the pincode of Choti Gam?
The pincode of Choti Gam is 192303.
What is the population of Choti Gam?
Choti Gam has a total population of 657, including 328 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Choti Gam?
There are 109 households in Choti Gam.
What is the literacy rate in Choti Gam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choti Gam is 62.10%. Male literacy is 68.29% and female literacy is 55.93%.