Ander Hama - Dragmulla, Kupwara
Ander Hama is a village situated in the Dragmulla tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Kupwara and around 8 km from Kupwara. Anderhama-a serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Ander Hama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ander Hama is 000109. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.2 hectares and falls under the 193222 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Ander Hama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ander Hama
According to the 2011 Census, Ander Hama village had a total population of 6,539 people, including 3,474 males and 3,065 females, living in 802 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.37%, with male literacy at 82.94% and female literacy at 63.01%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,539 | 3,474 | 3,065 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,590 | 901 | 689 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,631 | 2,134 | 1,497 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,908 | 1,340 | 1,568 |
Transport and Connectivity of Ander Hama
Ander Hama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kupwara to Ander Hama is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ander Hama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ander Hama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ander Hama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ander Hama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ander Hama
Where is Ander Hama located?
Ander Hama village is located in Dragmulla Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Ander Hama?
The Halqa Panchayat of Ander Hama is Anderhama-a.
What is the pincode of Ander Hama?
The pincode of Ander Hama is 193222.
What is the population of Ander Hama?
Ander Hama had a total population of 6,539, including 3,474 males and 3,065 females.
How many households are there in Ander Hama?
Ander Hama had 802 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ander Hama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ander Hama was 73.37%. Male literacy was 82.94% and female literacy was 63.01%.