Khag
Khag is a village located in Khag tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Khag (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Budgam. As per 2009 stats, Khag B is the gram panchayat of Khag village.
Here you can discover what makes Khag unique in its vibrant Khag-Badgam region. You’ll see Khag’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 Khag
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khag is 000392. The village spans a total geographical area of 634.7 hectares. Magam is nearest town to Khag village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Khag
Population of Khag
According to the 2011 Census, Khag has a total population of about 6,663, with approximately 3,401 males and 3,262 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,479 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 52. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.02%, with male literacy at about 55.28% and female literacy near 42.49%. There are around 856 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khag's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,663 | 3,401 | 3,262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,479 | 766 | 713 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 3,266 | 1,880 | 1,386 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,397 | 1,521 | 1,876 |
Connectivity of Khag
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khag. However, as per the 2011 stats, no information about connectivity options was available for Khag.
Nearby Villages of Khag
Knowing the nearby villages of Khag helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khag.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khag
- Where is Khag located?
- Khag village is situated in Khag Tehsil, within the Badgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khag?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khag is Khag B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Khag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khag is 6,663, with 3,401 males and 3,262 females.
- How many households are there in Khag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khag village has a total of 856 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khag as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khag is 49.02%. The male literacy rate is 55.28%, while the female literacy rate is 42.49%.