Nowhar
Nowhar is a village located in Chadoora tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Chadoora (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Budgam. As per 2009 stats, Nowhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Nowhar unique in its vibrant Chadoora-Badgam region. You’ll see Nowhar’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 Nowhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nowhar is 000815. The village spans a total geographical area of 170.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 191113. Chadoora is nearest town to Nowhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Nowhar
Population of Nowhar
According to the 2011 Census, Nowhar has a total population of about 888, with approximately 452 males and 436 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 132 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 46.40%, with male literacy at about 53.98% and female literacy near 38.53%. There are around 111 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nowhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 888 | 452 | 436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 57 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 412 | 244 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 208 | 268 |
Connectivity of Nowhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nowhar. As per the 2011 stats, Nowhar 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 Nowhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Nowhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nowhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nowhar
- Where is Nowhar located?
- Nowhar village is situated in Chadoora Tehsil, within the Badgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nowhar?
- Nowhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nowhar?
- The pincode of Nowhar is 191113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nowhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nowhar is 888, with 452 males and 436 females.
- How many households are there in Nowhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nowhar village has a total of 111 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nowhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nowhar is 46.40%. The male literacy rate is 53.98%, while the female literacy rate is 38.53%.