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.

Sarmarg 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 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.

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Population of Sarmarg

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Sarmarg village is around 2,003, including approximately 1,054 males and 949 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 481 children aged 0–6 years in Sarmarg village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Sarmarg village is about 47.88%, with male literacy at 56.45% and female literacy at 38.36%.
  • There are around 296 households in Sarmarg village.

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.

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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%.