Nowgam
About Nowgam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Nowgam village is 004740. Nowgam village is located in Marwah tehsil of Kishtwar district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Marwah (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Kishtwar. As per 2009 stats, Nowpachi B is the gram panchayat of Nowgam village.
The total geographical area of village is 438.3 hectares. Nowgam has a total population of 415 peoples, out of which male population is 199 while female population is 216. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1085 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of nowgam village is 54.70% out of which 68.34% males and 42.13% females are literate. There are about 80 houses in nowgam village. Pincode of nowgam village locality is 182205.
Kokernag is nearest town to nowgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
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Population of Nowgam
The population details of Nowgam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 415 | 199 | 216 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 227 | 136 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 63 | 125 |
Connectivity of Nowgam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nowgam
Where is Nowgam located?
Nowgam village is situated in Marwah Tehsil, within the Kishtwar district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nowgam?
The Gram Panchayat of Nowgam is Nowpachi B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Nowgam?
The pincode of Nowgam is 182205, 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 415, with 199 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Nowgam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nowgam village has a total of 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nowgam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nowgam is 54.70%. The male literacy rate is 68.34%, while the female literacy rate is 42.13%.