Jahama
Jahama is a village located in Budgam tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 3km away from Budgam, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Jahama village. As per 2009 stats, Mahwara is the gram panchayat of Jahama village.
Here you can discover what makes Jahama unique in its vibrant Budgam-Badgam region. You’ll see Jahama’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 Jahama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jahama is 000683. The village spans a total geographical area of 46.5 hectares. Badgam is nearest town to Jahama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Jahama
Population of Jahama
According to the 2011 Census, Jahama has a total population of about 578, with approximately 301 males and 277 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 140 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 32.70%, with male literacy at about 41.20% and female literacy near 23.47%. There are around 66 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jahama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 578 | 301 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 76 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 189 | 124 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 177 | 212 |
Connectivity of Jahama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jahama. As per the 2011 stats, Jahama 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jahama
Knowing the nearby villages of Jahama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jahama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jahama
- Where is Jahama located?
- Jahama village is situated in Budgam Tehsil, within the Badgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jahama?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jahama is Mahwara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Jahama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jahama is 578, with 301 males and 277 females.
- How many households are there in Jahama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jahama village has a total of 66 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jahama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jahama is 32.70%. The male literacy rate is 41.20%, while the female literacy rate is 23.47%.