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.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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)
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.

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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%.