Yaru
Yaru is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Yaroo is the gram panchayat of Yaru village.
Yaru 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 Yaru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Yaru is 000201. The village spans a total geographical area of 88.6 hectares. Handwara is nearest town to Yaru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Yaru
Population of Yaru
Below is a concise population overview of Yaru as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 935 | 495 | 440 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 119 | 94 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 472 | 278 | 194 |
Illiterate Population | 463 | 217 | 246 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Yaru village:
- The total population of Yaru village is around 935, including approximately 495 males and 440 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 213 children aged 0–6 years in Yaru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Yaru village is about 50.48%, with male literacy at 56.16% and female literacy at 44.09%.
- There are around 122 households in Yaru village.
Connectivity of Yaru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Yaru. As per the 2011 stats, Yaru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Yaru
Knowing the nearby villages of Yaru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Yaru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Yaru
- Where is Yaru located?
- Yaru village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Yaru?
- The Gram Panchayat of Yaru is Yaroo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Yaru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Yaru is 935, with 495 males and 440 females.
- How many households are there in Yaru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Yaru village has a total of 122 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Yaru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Yaru is 50.48%. The male literacy rate is 56.16%, while the female literacy rate is 44.09%.