Kahug
Kahug is a village located in Billawar tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Billawar (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Kathua.
Here you can discover what makes Kahug unique in its vibrant Billawar-Kathua region. You’ll see Kahug’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 Kahug
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kahug is 001686. The village spans a total geographical area of 995 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184203. Billawar is nearest town to Kahug village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Kahug
Population of Kahug
According to the 2011 Census, Kahug has a total population of about 2,602, with approximately 1,343 males and 1,259 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 359 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 757 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 106. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.15%, with male literacy at about 66.72% and female literacy near 49.01%. There are around 529 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kahug's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,602 | 1,343 | 1,259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 192 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 757 | 390 | 367 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 1,513 | 896 | 617 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,089 | 447 | 642 |
Connectivity of Kahug
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kahug. As per the 2011 stats, Kahug had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kahug
Knowing the nearby villages of Kahug helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kahug.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kahug
- Where is Kahug located?
- Kahug village is situated in Billawar Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Kahug?
- The pincode of Kahug is 184203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kahug as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kahug is 2,602, with 1,343 males and 1,259 females.
- How many households are there in Kahug as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kahug village has a total of 529 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kahug as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kahug is 58.15%. The male literacy rate is 66.72%, while the female literacy rate is 49.01%.