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.
Here you can discover what makes Dahama unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Dahama’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 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.
Google Map of Dahama
Population of Dahama
According to the 2011 Census, Dahama has a total population of about 3,238, with approximately 1,626 males and 1,612 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 625 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 58.12%, with male literacy at about 67.84% and female literacy near 48.33%. There are around 420 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dahama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.