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.

Waghama has its own place in the vibrant Anantnag 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 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.

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Population of Waghama

Below is a concise population overview of Waghama as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Waghama village:

  • The total population of Waghama village is around 5,429, including approximately 2,696 males and 2,733 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 929 children aged 0–6 years in Waghama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Waghama village is about 50.10%, with male literacy at 57.64% and female literacy at 42.66%.
  • There are around 726 households in Waghama village.

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)
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.

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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%.