Wangam

Wangam is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Kasloo is the gram panchayat of Wangam village.

Wangam 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 Wangam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wangam is 000317. The village spans a total geographical area of 47.4 hectares. Handwara is nearest town to Wangam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Wangam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 386 212 174
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 43 30 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 227 136 91
Illiterate Population 159 76 83

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

  • The total population of Wangam village is around 386, including approximately 212 males and 174 females, with a sex ratio of 820 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Wangam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Wangam village is about 58.81%, with male literacy at 64.15% and female literacy at 52.30%.
  • There are around 57 households in Wangam village.

Connectivity of Wangam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wangam. As per the 2011 stats, Wangam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Wangam

Knowing the nearby villages of Wangam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wangam.

Kachlu Qazi Pora Pala Pora Muqam Handwan Pora Mangwal Pora Rawal Pora Badrah Shihil Pora Reshi Pora Dedar Pora Pazi Pora Khawar Ware

Frequently Asked Questions about Wangam

Where is Wangam located?
Wangam village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wangam?
The Gram Panchayat of Wangam is Kasloo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Wangam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wangam is 386, with 212 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Wangam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wangam village has a total of 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wangam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wangam is 58.81%. The male literacy rate is 64.15%, while the female literacy rate is 52.30%.