Nowgam

Nowgam is a village located in Nandigam mandal of Srikakulam district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Nandigam (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Srikakulam. As per 2009 stats, Nowgam village is also a gram panchayat.

Nowgam has its own place in the vibrant Srikakulam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Nowgam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nowgam is 580643. The village spans a total geographical area of 326 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 532201. Palasa Kasibugga is nearest town to Nowgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Nowgam

Below is a concise population overview of Nowgam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,363 684 679
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 157 91 66
Scheduled Castes (SC) 180 92 88
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 645 377 268
Illiterate Population 718 307 411

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nowgam village:

  • The total population of Nowgam village is around 1,363, including approximately 684 males and 679 females, with a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 157 children aged 0–6 years in Nowgam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nowgam village has 180 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Nowgam village is about 47.32%, with male literacy at 55.12% and female literacy at 39.47%.
  • There are around 340 households in Nowgam village.

Connectivity of Nowgam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nowgam. As per the 2011 stats, Nowgam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Nowgam

Knowing the nearby villages of Nowgam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nowgam.

Savarasomanadha Puram Bharthupuram Kandulagudem Radhajanabodda Padu Mamidipalle Totada Polavaram Subhadrapuram Palavalasa Kamadhenuvu Krishnarayapuram

Frequently Asked Questions about Nowgam

Where is Nowgam located?
Nowgam village is situated in Nandigam Mandal, within the Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nowgam?
Nowgam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Nowgam?
The pincode of Nowgam is 532201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nowgam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nowgam is 1,363, with 684 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Nowgam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nowgam village has a total of 340 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nowgam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nowgam is 47.32%. The male literacy rate is 55.12%, while the female literacy rate is 39.47%.