Sumaiya Bashir was returning from a field with her parents when the beast attacked her last evening near Vilgam area of Handwara, 90 kms from here, officials said.
The feline dragged the girl to a nearby forest.
Later, half-eaten body of the girl was recovered by rescue team, comprising police and locals.
Agitated over the incident, locals protested against wildlife department for its alleged failure to protect them from frequent attacks by wild animals.
However, the protesters later dispersed off peacefully after senior officers assured necessary action to prevent such incidents.
