Dahama
Dahama is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Dahama B is the gram panchayat of Dahama village.
Dahama 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 Dahama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dahama is 000133. The village spans a total geographical area of 229.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193224. Kupwara is nearest town to Dahama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Dahama
Below is a concise population overview of Dahama as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,238 | 1,626 | 1,612 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 625 | 329 | 296 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,882 | 1,103 | 779 |
Illiterate Population | 1,356 | 523 | 833 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dahama village:
- The total population of Dahama village is around 3,238, including approximately 1,626 males and 1,612 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 625 children aged 0–6 years in Dahama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Dahama village is about 58.12%, with male literacy at 67.84% and female literacy at 48.33%.
- There are around 420 households in Dahama village.
Connectivity of Dahama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dahama. As per the 2011 stats, Dahama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dahama
Knowing the nearby villages of Dahama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dahama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dahama
- Where is Dahama located?
- Dahama village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dahama?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dahama is Dahama B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dahama?
- The pincode of Dahama is 193224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dahama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dahama is 3,238, with 1,626 males and 1,612 females.
- How many households are there in Dahama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dahama village has a total of 420 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dahama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dahama is 58.12%. The male literacy rate is 67.84%, while the female literacy rate is 48.33%.