Kishtwar
Kishtwar is a village located in Budgam tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 7km away from Badgam, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kishtwar village. As per 2009 stats, Shogpora is the gram panchayat of Kishtwar village.
Here you can discover what makes Kishtwar unique in its vibrant Budgam-Badgam region. You’ll see Kishtwar’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 Kishtwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kishtwar is 000719. The village spans a total geographical area of 175.6 hectares. Badgam is nearest town to Kishtwar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Kishtwar
Population of Kishtwar
According to the 2011 Census, Kishtwar has a total population of about 1,251, with approximately 650 males and 601 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 280 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 50.52%, with male literacy at about 58.62% and female literacy near 41.76%. There are around 151 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kishtwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,251 | 650 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 148 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 632 | 381 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 269 | 350 |
Connectivity of Kishtwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kishtwar. As per the 2011 stats, Kishtwar 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kishtwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kishtwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kishtwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kishtwar
- Where is Kishtwar located?
- Kishtwar village is situated in Budgam Tehsil, within the Badgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kishtwar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kishtwar is Shogpora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kishtwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kishtwar is 1,251, with 650 males and 601 females.
- How many households are there in Kishtwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kishtwar village has a total of 151 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kishtwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kishtwar is 50.52%. The male literacy rate is 58.62%, while the female literacy rate is 41.76%.