Kariam
Kariam is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 4km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Karyam is the gram panchayat of Kariam village.
Here you can discover what makes Kariam unique in its vibrant Nawanshahr-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Kariam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kariam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kariam is 032247. The village spans a total geographical area of 838 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144514. Nawansahar is nearest town to Kariam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kariam
Population of Kariam
According to the 2011 Census, Kariam has a total population of about 3,053, with approximately 1,582 males and 1,471 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 265 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,954 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.62%, with male literacy at about 75.41% and female literacy near 65.47%. There are around 643 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kariam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,053 | 1,582 | 1,471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 146 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,954 | 1,013 | 941 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,156 | 1,193 | 963 |
| Illiterate Population | 897 | 389 | 508 |
Connectivity of Kariam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kariam. As per the 2011 stats, Kariam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kariam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kariam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kariam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kariam
- Where is Kariam located?
- Kariam village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kariam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kariam is Karyam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kariam?
- The pincode of Kariam is 144514, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kariam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kariam is 3,053, with 1,582 males and 1,471 females.
- How many households are there in Kariam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kariam village has a total of 643 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kariam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kariam is 70.62%. The male literacy rate is 75.41%, while the female literacy rate is 65.47%.