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.

Kariam has its own place in the vibrant Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Kariam

Below is a concise population overview of Kariam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kariam village:

  • The total population of Kariam village is around 3,053, including approximately 1,582 males and 1,471 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 265 children aged 0–6 years in Kariam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kariam village has 1,954 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kariam village is about 70.62%, with male literacy at 75.41% and female literacy at 65.47%.
  • There are around 643 households in Kariam village.

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.

Karnana Rasulpur Musapur Chahal Khurd Lodhipur Ghataron Shakohpur Sahlon Kamam Sodhian Buhara

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%.