Urgam - Joshimath, Chamoli
Urgam is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Urgam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urgam is 040817. The village covers a total geographical area of 352.16 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Urgam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Urgam
According to the 2011 Census, Urgam village had a total population of 1,549 people, including 778 males and 771 females, living in 313 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.43%, with male literacy at 94.54% and female literacy at 74.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 499, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Urgam
Urgam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Urgam
Public transport in the Urgam is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joshimath to Urgam is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Urgam is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urgam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Urgam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urgam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Urgam
Where is Urgam located?
Urgam village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Urgam?
Urgam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Urgam?
The pincode of Urgam is 246443.
What is the population of Urgam?
Urgam had a total population of 1,549, including 778 males and 771 females.
How many households are there in Urgam?
Urgam had 313 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urgam was 84.43%. Male literacy was 94.54% and female literacy was 74.24%.