Howru

Howru is a village located in Khansahib tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Khansahib (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Budgam. As per 2009 stats, Hawoora is the gram panchayat of Howru village.

Howru has its own place in the vibrant Badgam 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 Howru

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Howru is 000577. The village spans a total geographical area of 58.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193411. Khansahib is nearest town to Howru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Howru

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 820 424 396
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 169 90 79
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 440 269 171
Illiterate Population 380 155 225

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

  • The total population of Howru village is around 820, including approximately 424 males and 396 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 169 children aged 0–6 years in Howru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Howru village is about 53.66%, with male literacy at 63.44% and female literacy at 43.18%.
  • There are around 121 households in Howru village.

Connectivity of Howru

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Howru. As per the 2011 stats, Howru 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 Howru

Knowing the nearby villages of Howru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Howru.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Howru

Where is Howru located?
Howru village is situated in Khansahib Tehsil, within the Badgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Howru?
The Gram Panchayat of Howru is Hawoora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Howru?
The pincode of Howru is 193411, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Howru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Howru is 820, with 424 males and 396 females.
How many households are there in Howru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Howru village has a total of 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Howru as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Howru is 53.66%. The male literacy rate is 63.44%, while the female literacy rate is 43.18%.