Dahama - Villgam, Kupwara
Dahama is a village situated in the Villgam tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Handwara and around 17 km from Kupwara. Dahama B serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Dahama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahama is 000133. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.1 hectares and falls under the 193224 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Dahama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dahama
According to the 2011 Census, Dahama village had a total population of 3,238 people, including 1,626 males and 1,612 females, living in 420 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.02%, with male literacy at 85.04% and female literacy at 59.19%.
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 | 3,238 | 1,626 | 1,612 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 625 | 329 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,882 | 1,103 | 779 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,356 | 523 | 833 |
Nearby Villages of Dahama
Dahama 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 Dahama
Dahama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Dahama is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dahama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dahama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dahama
Where is Dahama located?
Dahama village is located in Villgam Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Dahama?
The Halqa Panchayat of Dahama is Dahama B.
What is the pincode of Dahama?
The pincode of Dahama is 193224.
What is the population of Dahama?
Dahama had a total population of 3,238, including 1,626 males and 1,612 females.
How many households are there in Dahama?
Dahama had 420 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dahama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahama was 72.02%. Male literacy was 85.04% and female literacy was 59.19%.