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.
Here you can discover what makes Jahama unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Jahama’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 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.
Google Map of Jahama
Population of Jahama
According to the 2011 Census, Jahama has a total population of about 876, with approximately 452 males and 424 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 250 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 187. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.81%, with male literacy at about 53.98% and female literacy near 30.90%. There are around 135 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jahama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.