Now Gam Shah Abad
Now Gam Shah Abad is a village located in Dooru tehsil of Anantnag district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Duroo (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Anantnag.
Now Gam Shah Abad has its own place in the vibrant Anantnag 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 Now Gam Shah Abad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Now Gam Shah Abad is 003866. The village spans a total geographical area of 397 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 192212. Verinag is nearest town to Now Gam Shah Abad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Now Gam Shah Abad
Below is a concise population overview of Now Gam Shah Abad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,751 | 2,983 | 2,768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,393 | 754 | 639 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 14 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,964 | 1,694 | 1,270 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,787 | 1,289 | 1,498 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Now Gam Shah Abad village:
- The total population of Now Gam Shah Abad village is around 5,751, including approximately 2,983 males and 2,768 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,393 children aged 0–6 years in Now Gam Shah Abad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Now Gam Shah Abad village has 18 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Now Gam Shah Abad village is about 51.54%, with male literacy at 56.79% and female literacy at 45.88%.
- There are around 734 households in Now Gam Shah Abad village.
Connectivity of Now Gam Shah Abad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Now Gam Shah Abad. As per the 2011 stats, Now Gam Shah Abad 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 Now Gam Shah Abad
Knowing the nearby villages of Now Gam Shah Abad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Now Gam Shah Abad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Now Gam Shah Abad
- Where is Now Gam Shah Abad located?
- Now Gam Shah Abad village is situated in Dooru Tehsil, within the Anantnag district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Now Gam Shah Abad?
- The pincode of Now Gam Shah Abad is 192212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Now Gam Shah Abad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Now Gam Shah Abad is 5,751, with 2,983 males and 2,768 females.
- How many households are there in Now Gam Shah Abad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Now Gam Shah Abad village has a total of 734 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Now Gam Shah Abad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Now Gam Shah Abad is 51.54%. The male literacy rate is 56.79%, while the female literacy rate is 45.88%.