Magam

Magam is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Magam C is the gram panchayat of Magam village.

Magam 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 Magam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Magam is 000155. The village spans a total geographical area of 609.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193221. Handwara is nearest town to Magam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Magam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 6,909 3,540 3,369
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,323 726 597
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 674 350 324
Literate Population 3,630 2,143 1,487
Illiterate Population 3,279 1,397 1,882

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

  • The total population of Magam village is around 6,909, including approximately 3,540 males and 3,369 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,323 children aged 0–6 years in Magam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Magam village has 674 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Magam village is about 52.54%, with male literacy at 60.54% and female literacy at 44.14%.
  • There are around 1,150 households in Magam village.

Connectivity of Magam

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

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

Suna Mulloo Chera Mandi Tulwari Pazwal Pora Geri Pora Shog Pora Tampora Dudi Pora Baki Aker Wagri Pora Shihil Hal

Frequently Asked Questions about Magam

Where is Magam located?
Magam village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magam?
The Gram Panchayat of Magam is Magam C (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Magam?
The pincode of Magam is 193221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Magam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Magam is 6,909, with 3,540 males and 3,369 females.
How many households are there in Magam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Magam village has a total of 1,150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Magam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Magam is 52.54%. The male literacy rate is 60.54%, while the female literacy rate is 44.14%.