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.
Here you can discover what makes Now Gam Shah Abad unique in its vibrant Dooru-Anantnag region. You’ll see Now Gam Shah Abad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Now Gam Shah Abad has a total population of about 5,751, with approximately 2,983 males and 2,768 females. The sex ratio is around 927 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,393 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 18. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.54%, with male literacy at about 56.79% and female literacy near 45.88%. There are around 734 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Now Gam Shah Abad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.