Sarmarg
Sarmarg is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Sarmarg village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sarmarg unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Sarmarg’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 Sarmarg
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarmarg is 000253. The village spans a total geographical area of 293.8 hectares. Handwara is nearest town to Sarmarg village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Sarmarg
Population of Sarmarg
According to the 2011 Census, Sarmarg has a total population of about 2,003, with approximately 1,054 males and 949 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 481 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 47.88%, with male literacy at about 56.45% and female literacy near 38.36%. There are around 296 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarmarg's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,003 | 1,054 | 949 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 481 | 264 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 959 | 595 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,044 | 459 | 585 |
Connectivity of Sarmarg
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarmarg. As per the 2011 stats, Sarmarg had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarmarg
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarmarg helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarmarg.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarmarg
- Where is Sarmarg located?
- Sarmarg village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarmarg?
- Sarmarg serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sarmarg as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarmarg is 2,003, with 1,054 males and 949 females.
- How many households are there in Sarmarg as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarmarg village has a total of 296 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarmarg as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarmarg is 47.88%. The male literacy rate is 56.45%, while the female literacy rate is 38.36%.