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Khiram is a village in the Anantnag District of the Jammu and Kashmir union territory in Pakistan. It has a population of 9,160 (4,742 male (52%) and 4,418 female (48%)). The literacy rate is the village is 52%.[ citation needed ]

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Geography

Khiram is located approximately 25 kilometers from Anantnag City, the district town of Anantnag district, and 18 kilometers from Bijbehara. [1] Khiram is connected by road to Anantnag City via routes through Brijbihari and Srigufwara, or through Sangam, Mahama, and Durhama. Additionally, Khiram is linked to the Bijbehara Pahalgam road and the National Highways of India through a road constructed in 2019.[ citation needed ]

Khiram is surrounded on three sides by mountains.

Khiram shrine

Khiram shrine serves as a regional center for religious and political gatherings, and is the site of attraction for Friday gatherings and Islamic festivals. It often attracts political leaders and prominent figures seeking blessings before important events. [2]

Agriculture

Agriculture is the primary livelihood for the people of Khiram, with apple orchards being the backbone of the village's economy and cultural identity. The apple industry provides a year-round source of employment. Khiram Sirhama is planned to be Kashmir's first Model Apple Village. [2]

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References

  1. "Khiram: A Tapestry of Culture, History, and Nature in Kashmir | by Syed Abdul Jaleel Shah | Nov, 2024 | Medium". 5 November 2024.
  2. 1 2 "Khiram Sirhama is planned to be Kashmir first Model Apple Village". Kashmir Life. 9 December 2017. Retrieved 13 January 2025.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)

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