Jehama - Qalamabad, Kupwara
Jehama is a village situated in the Qalamabad tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Handwara and around 38 km from Kupwara. Jehama village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jehama is 000276. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.8 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Jehama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Langate Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jehama
According to the 2011 Census, Jehama village had a total population of 876 people, including 452 males and 424 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.90%, with male literacy at 74.16% and female literacy at 44.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 187.
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 | 876 | 452 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 123 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 187 | 87 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 244 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 208 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Jehama
Jehama 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 Jehama
Jehama 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 Handwara to Jehama is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Jehama is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jehama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jehama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Jehama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jehama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jehama
Where is Jehama located?
Jehama village is located in Qalamabad Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Jehama?
Jehama is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jehama?
The pincode of Jehama is 193302.
What is the population of Jehama?
Jehama had a total population of 876, including 452 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Jehama?
Jehama had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jehama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jehama was 59.90%. Male literacy was 74.16% and female literacy was 44.11%.