Karhama
Karhama is a village located in Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Karnah (tehsildar office) and 106km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Seemari is the gram panchayat of Karhama village.
Here you can discover what makes Karhama unique in its vibrant Karnah-Kupwara region. You’ll see Karhama’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 Karhama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karhama is 000329. The village spans a total geographical area of 47.8 hectares. Kupwara is nearest town to Karhama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 106km away.
Google Map of Karhama
Population of Karhama
According to the 2011 Census, Karhama has a total population of about 313, with approximately 164 males and 149 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 55 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 162. The overall literacy rate is approximately 30.99%, with male literacy at about 38.41% and female literacy near 22.82%. There are around 66 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karhama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 313 | 164 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 84 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 63 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 101 | 115 |
Connectivity of Karhama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karhama. As per the 2011 stats, Karhama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karhama
Knowing the nearby villages of Karhama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karhama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karhama
- Where is Karhama located?
- Karhama village is situated in Karnah Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karhama?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karhama is Seemari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Karhama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karhama is 313, with 164 males and 149 females.
- How many households are there in Karhama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karhama village has a total of 66 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karhama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karhama is 30.99%. The male literacy rate is 38.41%, while the female literacy rate is 22.82%.