Lilam

Lilam 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 25km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Lilum is the gram panchayat of Lilam village.

Lilam 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 Lilam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lilam is 000245. The village spans a total geographical area of 121.8 hectares. Handwara is nearest town to Lilam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Lilam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,024 534 490
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 177 94 83
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 570 360 210
Illiterate Population 454 174 280

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

  • The total population of Lilam village is around 1,024, including approximately 534 males and 490 females, with a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 177 children aged 0–6 years in Lilam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Lilam village is about 55.66%, with male literacy at 67.42% and female literacy at 42.86%.
  • There are around 166 households in Lilam village.

Connectivity of Lilam

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

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

Wara Pora Raj Pora Ahagam Krum Hoora Kali Pora Tarat Pora Darel Hangni Kot Hardunu Kinal Zaffar Khani

Frequently Asked Questions about Lilam

Where is Lilam located?
Lilam village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lilam?
The Gram Panchayat of Lilam is Lilum (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Lilam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lilam is 1,024, with 534 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Lilam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lilam village has a total of 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lilam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lilam is 55.66%. The male literacy rate is 67.42%, while the female literacy rate is 42.86%.