Baggan

Baggan is a village located in Billawar tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Billawar (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Kathua.

Baggan has its own place in the vibrant Kathua 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 Baggan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Baggan is 001663. The village spans a total geographical area of 3035 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184204. Billawar is nearest town to Baggan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Baggan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 6,101 3,200 2,901
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,013 553 460
Scheduled Castes (SC) 243 132 111
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 958 507 451
Literate Population 2,839 1,783 1,056
Illiterate Population 3,262 1,417 1,845

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

  • The total population of Baggan village is around 6,101, including approximately 3,200 males and 2,901 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,013 children aged 0–6 years in Baggan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Baggan village has 243 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 958 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Baggan village is about 46.53%, with male literacy at 55.72% and female literacy at 36.40%.
  • There are around 1,077 households in Baggan village.

Connectivity of Baggan

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Baggan

Where is Baggan located?
Baggan village is situated in Billawar Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Baggan?
The pincode of Baggan is 184204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Baggan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baggan is 6,101, with 3,200 males and 2,901 females.
How many households are there in Baggan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baggan village has a total of 1,077 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baggan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baggan is 46.53%. The male literacy rate is 55.72%, while the female literacy rate is 36.40%.