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
According to the 2011 Census, Nowjan village had a total population of 2,357 people, including 1,191 males and 1,166 females, living in 517 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.20%, with male literacy at 95.09% and female literacy at 89.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 466.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 2,357, including 1,191 males and 1,166 females.
How many households are there in Nowjan?
Nowjan had 517 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nowjan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nowjan was 92.20%. Male literacy was 95.09% and female literacy was 89.28%.