Ahagam

Ahagam is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Ahgam is the gram panchayat of Ahagam village.

Ahagam has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara 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 Ahagam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ahagam is 000242. The village spans a total geographical area of 242 hectares. Handwara is nearest town to Ahagam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Ahagam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,853 953 900
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 428 231 197
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 204 110 94
Literate Population 905 548 357
Illiterate Population 948 405 543

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

  • The total population of Ahagam village is around 1,853, including approximately 953 males and 900 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 428 children aged 0–6 years in Ahagam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ahagam village has 204 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ahagam village is about 48.84%, with male literacy at 57.50% and female literacy at 39.67%.
  • There are around 255 households in Ahagam village.

Connectivity of Ahagam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ahagam. As per the 2011 stats, Ahagam 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Ahagam

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

Lara Bal Shati Gam Chinja Mula Wara Pora Raj Pora Krum Hoora Kali Pora Lilam Tarat Pora Darel Hangni Kot

Frequently Asked Questions about Ahagam

Where is Ahagam located?
Ahagam village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahagam?
The Gram Panchayat of Ahagam is Ahgam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Ahagam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ahagam is 1,853, with 953 males and 900 females.
How many households are there in Ahagam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ahagam village has a total of 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ahagam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ahagam is 48.84%. The male literacy rate is 57.50%, while the female literacy rate is 39.67%.