Urgam
About Urgam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Urgam village is 040817. Urgam village is located in Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Joshimath (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Urgam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 352.16 hectares. Urgam has a total population of 1,549 peoples, out of which male population is 778 while female population is 771. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 991 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of urgam village is 75.60% out of which 84.58% males and 66.54% females are literate. There are about 313 houses in urgam village. Pincode of urgam village locality is 246443.
Joshimath is nearest town to urgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
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Population of Urgam
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,549 | 778 | 771 |
| Literate Population | 1,171 | 658 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 120 | 258 |
Connectivity of Urgam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Urgam
Where is Urgam located?
Urgam village is situated in Joshimath Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urgam?
Urgam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Urgam?
The pincode of Urgam is 246443, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Urgam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Urgam is 1,549, with 778 males and 771 females.
How many households are there in Urgam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Urgam village has a total of 313 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urgam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Urgam is 75.60%. The male literacy rate is 84.58%, while the female literacy rate is 66.54%.