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.
Wajhama 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 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.
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Population of Wajhama
Below is a concise population overview of Wajhama as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wajhama village:
- The total population of Wajhama village is around 792, including approximately 421 males and 371 females, with a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 89 children aged 0–6 years in Wajhama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Wajhama village is about 53.16%, with male literacy at 63.66% and female literacy at 41.24%.
- There are around 125 households in Wajhama village.
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%.