Bumhama - Dragmulla, Kupwara
Bumhama is a village situated in the Dragmulla tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from Kupwara and around 4 km from Kupwara. Bumahma serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bumhama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bumhama is 000108. The village covers a total geographical area of 300.2 hectares and falls under the 193222 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bumhama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bumhama
According to the 2011 Census, Bumhama village had a total population of 3,081 people, including 1,486 males and 1,595 females, living in 430 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.39%, with male literacy at 76.87% and female literacy at 58.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 92.
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 | 3,081 | 1,486 | 1,595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 496 | 254 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 1,742 | 947 | 795 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,339 | 539 | 800 |
Transport and Connectivity of Bumhama
Bumhama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kupwara to Bumhama is about 4 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 Bumhama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bumhama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bumhama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bumhama 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bumhama
Where is Bumhama located?
Bumhama village is located in Dragmulla Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bumhama?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bumhama is Bumahma.
What is the pincode of Bumhama?
The pincode of Bumhama is 193222.
What is the population of Bumhama?
Bumhama had a total population of 3,081, including 1,486 males and 1,595 females.
How many households are there in Bumhama?
Bumhama had 430 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bumhama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bumhama was 67.39%. Male literacy was 76.87% and female literacy was 58.76%.