Nowjan - Sibsagar, Sivasagar
Nowjan is a village situated in the Sibsagar subdivision of Sivasagar district, Assam. Desangpar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nowjan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nowjan is 292694. The village covers a total geographical area of 372.68 hectares and falls under the 785697 pincode.
Nowjan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Demow Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nowjan
As per Census 2011, Nowjan village has a total population of 2,357 people, consisting of 1,191 males and 1,166 females. The village has 517 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 292 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,904 literate and 453 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 466 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nowjan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,357 | 1,191 | 1,166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 152 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 466 | 236 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 1,904 | 988 | 916 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 203 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Nowjan
Nowjan 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 Nowjan
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Nowjan. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Nowjan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Nowjan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nowjan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nowjan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nowjan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nowjan
Where is Nowjan located?
Nowjan village is located in Sibsagar Subdivision, Sivasagar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nowjan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nowjan is Desangpar.
What is the pincode of Nowjan?
The pincode of Nowjan is 785697.
What is the population of Nowjan?
Nowjan has a total population of 2,357, including 1,191 males and 1,166 females.
How many households are there in Nowjan?
There are 517 households in Nowjan.
What is the literacy rate in Nowjan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nowjan is 80.78%. Male literacy is 82.96% and female literacy is 78.56%.