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.

Here you can discover what makes Howru unique in its vibrant Khansahib-Badgam region. You’ll see Howru’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 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

According to the 2011 Census, Howru has a total population of about 820, with approximately 424 males and 396 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 169 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 53.66%, with male literacy at about 63.44% and female literacy near 43.18%. There are around 121 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Howru's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

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

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.

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%.