Nowgam Village - Shangus, Anantnag
Nowgam is a village situated in the Shangus tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shangus and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Nowgam-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nowgam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nowgam is 003760. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.1 hectares and falls under the 192201 pincode. Anantnag is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Nowgam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nowgam
As per Census 2011, Nowgam village has a total population of 5,682 people, consisting of 2,919 males and 2,763 females. The village has 1,041 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 969 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,448 literate and 2,234 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nowgam are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,682 | 2,919 | 2,763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 969 | 550 | 419 |
| Literate Population | 3,448 | 2,047 | 1,401 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,234 | 872 | 1,362 |
Nearby Villages of Nowgam
Nowgam 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 Nowgam
Nowgam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anantnag to Nowgam is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Nowgam is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nowgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nowgam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nowgam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nowgam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nowgam
Where is Nowgam located?
Nowgam village is located in Shangus Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nowgam?
The Gram Panchayat of Nowgam is Nowgam-a.
What is the pincode of Nowgam?
The pincode of Nowgam is 192201.
What is the population of Nowgam?
Nowgam has a total population of 5,682, including 2,919 males and 2,763 females.
How many households are there in Nowgam?
There are 1,041 households in Nowgam.
What is the literacy rate in Nowgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nowgam is 60.68%. Male literacy is 70.13% and female literacy is 50.71%.