Sarmarg
About Sarmarg
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sarmarg village is 000253. Sarmarg village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 293.8 hectares. Sarmarg has a total population of 2,003 peoples, out of which male population is 1,054 while female population is 949. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 900 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sarmarg village is 47.88% out of which 56.45% males and 38.36% females are literate. There are about 296 houses in sarmarg village.
Handwara is nearest town to sarmarg village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
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Population of Sarmarg
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,003 | 1,054 | 949 |
| Literate Population | 959 | 595 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,044 | 459 | 585 |
Connectivity of Sarmarg
| 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 |
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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%.