Wajhama
Wajhama is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Walrama B is the gram panchayat of Wajhama village.
Here you can discover what makes Wajhama unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Wajhama’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 Wajhama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wajhama is 000294. The village spans a total geographical area of 113.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193303. Handwara is nearest town to Wajhama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Wajhama
Population of Wajhama
According to the 2011 Census, Wajhama has a total population of about 792, with approximately 421 males and 371 females. The sex ratio is around 881 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 89 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 53.16%, with male literacy at about 63.66% and female literacy near 41.24%. There are around 125 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wajhama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 792 | 421 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 47 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 421 | 268 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 153 | 218 |
Connectivity of Wajhama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wajhama. As per the 2011 stats, Wajhama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wajhama
Knowing the nearby villages of Wajhama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wajhama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wajhama
- Where is Wajhama located?
- Wajhama village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wajhama?
- The Gram Panchayat of Wajhama is Walrama B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Wajhama?
- The pincode of Wajhama is 193303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Wajhama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wajhama is 792, with 421 males and 371 females.
- How many households are there in Wajhama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wajhama village has a total of 125 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wajhama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wajhama is 53.16%. The male literacy rate is 63.66%, while the female literacy rate is 41.24%.