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.
Here you can discover what makes Wilgam unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Wilgam’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Wilgam has a total population of about 4,462, with approximately 2,876 males and 1,586 females. The sex ratio is around 551 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 607 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.97%, with male literacy at about 76.74% and female literacy near 49.24%. There are around 509 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wilgam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.