Jahama

Jahama is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, L Gangipora A is the gram panchayat of Jahama village.

Jahama 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 Jahama

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jahama is 000276. The village spans a total geographical area of 106.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193302. Handwara is nearest town to Jahama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Jahama

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 876 452 424
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 250 123 127
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 187 87 100
Literate Population 375 244 131
Illiterate Population 501 208 293

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

  • The total population of Jahama village is around 876, including approximately 452 males and 424 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 250 children aged 0–6 years in Jahama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Jahama village has 187 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Jahama village is about 42.81%, with male literacy at 53.98% and female literacy at 30.90%.
  • There are around 135 households in Jahama village.

Connectivity of Jahama

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jahama

Where is Jahama located?
Jahama village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jahama?
The Gram Panchayat of Jahama is L Gangipora A (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jahama?
The pincode of Jahama is 193302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jahama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jahama is 876, with 452 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Jahama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jahama village has a total of 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jahama as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jahama is 42.81%. The male literacy rate is 53.98%, while the female literacy rate is 30.90%.