Urgam
Urgam is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Urgam unique in its vibrant Joshimath-Chamoli region. You’ll see Urgam’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 Urgam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Urgam is 040817. The village spans a total geographical area of 352.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246443. Joshimath is nearest town to Urgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Urgam
Population of Urgam
According to the 2011 Census, Urgam has a total population of about 1,549, with approximately 778 males and 771 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 162 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 499 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.60%, with male literacy at about 84.58% and female literacy near 66.54%. There are around 313 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Urgam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,549 | 778 | 771 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 499 | 252 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,171 | 658 | 513 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 120 | 258 |
Connectivity of Urgam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Urgam. As per the 2011 stats, Urgam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Urgam
Knowing the nearby villages of Urgam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Urgam.
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%.