Qalam Abad
Qalam Abad is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Kalamchakla is the gram panchayat of Qalam Abad village.
Here you can discover what makes Qalam Abad unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Qalam Abad’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 Qalam Abad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Qalam Abad is 000290. The village spans a total geographical area of 238.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193302. Handwara is nearest town to Qalam Abad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Qalam Abad
Population of Qalam Abad
According to the 2011 Census, Qalam Abad has a total population of about 2,443, with approximately 1,251 males and 1,192 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 421 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 52.23%, with male literacy at about 61.71% and female literacy near 42.28%. There are around 386 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Qalam Abad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,443 | 1,251 | 1,192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 421 | 236 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,276 | 772 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,167 | 479 | 688 |
Connectivity of Qalam Abad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Qalam Abad. As per the 2011 stats, Qalam Abad 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Qalam Abad
Knowing the nearby villages of Qalam Abad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Qalam Abad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Qalam Abad
- Where is Qalam Abad located?
- Qalam Abad village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Qalam Abad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Qalam Abad is Kalamchakla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Qalam Abad?
- The pincode of Qalam Abad is 193302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Qalam Abad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Qalam Abad is 2,443, with 1,251 males and 1,192 females.
- How many households are there in Qalam Abad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Qalam Abad village has a total of 386 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Qalam Abad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Qalam Abad is 52.23%. The male literacy rate is 61.71%, while the female literacy rate is 42.28%.