Now Gam

Now Gam is a village located in Pahalgam tehsil of Anantnag district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Pahalgam (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Anantnag.

Here you can discover what makes Now Gam unique in its vibrant Pahalgam-Anantnag region. You’ll see Now Gam’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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Now Gam is 003571. The village spans a total geographical area of 53.8 hectares. Ashmuqam is nearest town to Now Gam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Now Gam

According to the 2011 Census, Now Gam has a total population of about 398, with approximately 205 males and 193 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 70 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.32%, with male literacy at about 74.63% and female literacy near 51.30%. There are around 55 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Now Gam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 398 205 193
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 70 38 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 252 153 99
Illiterate Population 146 52 94

Connectivity of Now Gam

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Now Gam

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Now Gam

Where is Now Gam located?
Now Gam village is situated in Pahalgam Tehsil, within the Anantnag district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the population of Now Gam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Now Gam is 398, with 205 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Now Gam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Now Gam village has a total of 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Now Gam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Now Gam is 63.32%. The male literacy rate is 74.63%, while the female literacy rate is 51.30%.