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.
Urgam has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Urgam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Urgam village:
- The total population of Urgam village is around 1,549, including approximately 778 males and 771 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 162 children aged 0–6 years in Urgam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Urgam village has 499 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Urgam village is about 75.60%, with male literacy at 84.58% and female literacy at 66.54%.
- There are around 313 households in Urgam village.
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%.