Deegam - Shopian
Deegam is a village situated in the Shopian tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from Shopian and around 2 km from Shopian. Zawoora A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deegam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deegam is 003427. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.5 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Deegam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shopian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deegam
As per Census 2011, Deegam village has a total population of 878 people, consisting of 472 males and 406 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 432 literate and 446 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deegam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 878 | 472 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 70 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 432 | 260 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 212 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Deegam
Deegam 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 Deegam
Deegam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Deegam.
| 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 Deegam is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Deegam is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deegam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deegam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Deegam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deegam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Deegam
Where is Deegam located?
Deegam village is located in Shopian Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deegam?
The Gram Panchayat of Deegam is Zawoora A.
What is the pincode of Deegam?
The pincode of Deegam is 192303.
What is the population of Deegam?
Deegam has a total population of 878, including 472 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Deegam?
There are 159 households in Deegam.
What is the literacy rate in Deegam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deegam is 49.20%. Male literacy is 55.08% and female literacy is 42.36%.