Nikowal

Nikowal is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Bhalwal Mullo is the gram panchayat of Nikowal village.

Nikowal has its own place in the vibrant Jammu 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 Nikowal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nikowal is 005642. The village spans a total geographical area of 148.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181207. Akhnoor is nearest town to Nikowal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Nikowal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 273 139 134
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 42 24 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) 179 96 83
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 N/A 4
Literate Population 169 96 73
Illiterate Population 104 43 61

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

  • The total population of Nikowal village is around 273, including approximately 139 males and 134 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Nikowal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nikowal village has 179 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Nikowal village is about 61.90%, with male literacy at 69.06% and female literacy at 54.48%.
  • There are around 70 households in Nikowal village.

Connectivity of Nikowal

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Nikowal

Where is Nikowal located?
Nikowal village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nikowal?
The Gram Panchayat of Nikowal is Bhalwal Mullo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Nikowal?
The pincode of Nikowal is 181207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nikowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nikowal is 273, with 139 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Nikowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nikowal village has a total of 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nikowal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nikowal is 61.90%. The male literacy rate is 69.06%, while the female literacy rate is 54.48%.