Kahma
Kahma is a village located in Nawanshahr tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Nawanshahr (tehsildar office) and 5km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Kahma village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kahma unique in its vibrant Nawanshahr-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Kahma’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kahma
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kahma is 032097. The village spans a total geographical area of 369 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144512. Banga is nearest town to Kahma village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kahma
Population of Kahma
According to the 2011 Census, Kahma has a total population of about 3,320, with approximately 1,690 males and 1,630 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 321 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,513 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.01%, with male literacy at about 77.28% and female literacy near 68.59%. There are around 700 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kahma's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,320 | 1,690 | 1,630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 174 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,513 | 786 | 727 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,424 | 1,306 | 1,118 |
| Illiterate Population | 896 | 384 | 512 |
Connectivity of Kahma
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kahma. As per the 2011 stats, Kahma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Kahma
Knowing the nearby villages of Kahma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kahma.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kahma
- Where is Kahma located?
- Kahma village is situated in Nawanshahr Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kahma?
- Kahma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kahma?
- The pincode of Kahma is 144512, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kahma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kahma is 3,320, with 1,690 males and 1,630 females.
- How many households are there in Kahma as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kahma village has a total of 700 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kahma as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kahma is 73.01%. The male literacy rate is 77.28%, while the female literacy rate is 68.59%.