Kadhama - Karnah, Kupwara
Kadhama is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Seemari serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kadhama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadhama is 000329. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.8 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 106 km away.
Kadhama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadhama
According to the 2011 Census, Kadhama village had a total population of 313 people, including 164 males and 149 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.60%, with male literacy at 45.65% and female literacy at 28.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 162.
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 | 313 | 164 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 84 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 63 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 101 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Kadhama
Kadhama is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kadhama
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kadhama.
| 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 Kadhama is about 106 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadhama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadhama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kadhama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadhama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kadhama
Where is Kadhama located?
Kadhama village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kadhama?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kadhama is Seemari.
What is the pincode of Kadhama?
The pincode of Kadhama is 193225.
What is the population of Kadhama?
Kadhama had a total population of 313, including 164 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Kadhama?
Kadhama had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kadhama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadhama was 37.60%. Male literacy was 45.65% and female literacy was 28.33%.