Nowgam

Nowgam is a village located in Sonawari tehsil of Bandipore district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Sonawari (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Bandipora.

Nowgam has its own place in the vibrant Bandipore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Nowgam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nowgam is 002802. The village spans a total geographical area of 83.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193501. Sumbal is nearest town to Nowgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Nowgam

Below is a concise population overview of Nowgam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,836 2,996 2,840
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 966 539 427
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,470 1,005 465
Illiterate Population 4,366 1,991 2,375

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nowgam village:

  • The total population of Nowgam village is around 5,836, including approximately 2,996 males and 2,840 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 966 children aged 0–6 years in Nowgam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Nowgam village is about 25.19%, with male literacy at 33.54% and female literacy at 16.37%.
  • There are around 776 households in Nowgam village.

Connectivity of Nowgam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nowgam. As per the 2011 stats, Nowgam 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 Nowgam

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

Hilal Abad Shilvat Shadi Pora Rakh Shilvat Gund Nowgam Zal Pora Rakh Sultan Pora Gada Khud Najin Ganstan Gund Khalil

Frequently Asked Questions about Nowgam

Where is Nowgam located?
Nowgam village is situated in Sonawari Tehsil, within the Bandipore district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Nowgam?
The pincode of Nowgam is 193501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nowgam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nowgam is 5,836, with 2,996 males and 2,840 females.
How many households are there in Nowgam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nowgam village has a total of 776 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nowgam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nowgam is 25.19%. The male literacy rate is 33.54%, while the female literacy rate is 16.37%.