Wilgam
Wilgam is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Villigam B is the gram panchayat of Wilgam village.
Wilgam 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 Wilgam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wilgam is 000145. The village spans a total geographical area of 295 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193224. Kupwara is nearest town to Wilgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Wilgam
Population of Wilgam
Below is a concise population overview of Wilgam 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 | 4,462 | 2,876 | 1,586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 607 | 375 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 11 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,988 | 2,207 | 781 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,474 | 669 | 805 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wilgam village:
- The total population of Wilgam village is around 4,462, including approximately 2,876 males and 1,586 females, with a sex ratio of 551 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 607 children aged 0–6 years in Wilgam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wilgam village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Wilgam village is about 66.97%, with male literacy at 76.74% and female literacy at 49.24%.
- There are around 509 households in Wilgam village.
Connectivity of Wilgam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wilgam. As per the 2011 stats, Wilgam 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 Wilgam
Knowing the nearby villages of Wilgam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wilgam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wilgam
- Where is Wilgam located?
- Wilgam village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wilgam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Wilgam is Villigam B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Wilgam?
- The pincode of Wilgam is 193224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Wilgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wilgam is 4,462, with 2,876 males and 1,586 females.
- How many households are there in Wilgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wilgam village has a total of 509 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wilgam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wilgam is 66.97%. The male literacy rate is 76.74%, while the female literacy rate is 49.24%.