Shum Nag
Shum Nag is a village located in Chadoora tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Chadoora (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Budgam. As per 2009 stats, Shumnag is the gram panchayat of Shum Nag village.
Here you can discover what makes Shum Nag unique in its vibrant Chadoora-Badgam region. You’ll see Shum Nag’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 Shum Nag
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shum Nag is 000795. The village spans a total geographical area of 160.3 hectares. Chadoora is nearest town to Shum Nag village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Shum Nag
Population of Shum Nag
According to the 2011 Census, Shum Nag has a total population of about 866, with approximately 410 males and 456 females. The sex ratio is around 1112 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 279 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 35.33%, with male literacy at about 44.88% and female literacy near 26.75%. There are around 106 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shum Nag's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 866 | 410 | 456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 135 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 306 | 184 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 560 | 226 | 334 |
Connectivity of Shum Nag
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shum Nag. As per the 2011 stats, Shum Nag 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 Shum Nag
Knowing the nearby villages of Shum Nag helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shum Nag.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shum Nag
- Where is Shum Nag located?
- Shum Nag village is situated in Chadoora Tehsil, within the Badgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shum Nag?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shum Nag is Shumnag (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Shum Nag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shum Nag is 866, with 410 males and 456 females.
- How many households are there in Shum Nag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shum Nag village has a total of 106 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shum Nag as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shum Nag is 35.33%. The male literacy rate is 44.88%, while the female literacy rate is 26.75%.