Waghama
Waghama is a village located in Bijbehara tehsil of Anantnag district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Bijebehara (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Anantnag.
Here you can discover what makes Waghama unique in its vibrant Bijbehara-Anantnag region. You’ll see Waghama’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 Waghama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Waghama is 003597. The village spans a total geographical area of 549.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 192124. Beijbehara is nearest town to Waghama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Waghama
Population of Waghama
According to the 2011 Census, Waghama has a total population of about 5,429, with approximately 2,696 males and 2,733 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 929 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.10%, with male literacy at about 57.64% and female literacy near 42.66%. There are around 726 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Waghama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 5,429 | 2,696 | 2,733 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 929 | 525 | 404 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,720 | 1,554 | 1,166 |
Illiterate Population | 2,709 | 1,142 | 1,567 |
Connectivity of Waghama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Waghama. As per the 2011 stats, Waghama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Waghama
Knowing the nearby villages of Waghama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Waghama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Waghama
- Where is Waghama located?
- Waghama village is situated in Bijbehara Tehsil, within the Anantnag district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Waghama?
- The pincode of Waghama is 192124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Waghama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waghama is 5,429, with 2,696 males and 2,733 females.
- How many households are there in Waghama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Waghama village has a total of 726 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Waghama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waghama is 50.10%. The male literacy rate is 57.64%, while the female literacy rate is 42.66%.