Nihama

Nihama is a village located in Damhal Hanjipora tehsil of Kulgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Damhal Hanji Pora (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Kulgam.

Nihama has its own place in the vibrant Kulgam 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 Nihama

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nihama is 004061. The village spans a total geographical area of 199.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 192233. Kulgam is nearest town to Nihama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Nihama

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,254 686 568
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 263 161 102
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 575 358 217
Illiterate Population 679 328 351

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

  • The total population of Nihama village is around 1,254, including approximately 686 males and 568 females, with a sex ratio of 827 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 263 children aged 0–6 years in Nihama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Nihama village is about 45.85%, with male literacy at 52.19% and female literacy at 38.20%.
  • There are around 198 households in Nihama village.

Connectivity of Nihama

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nihama. As per the 2011 stats, Nihama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Nihama

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

Kemo Mashigam Khalsa Tengam Kemo Mashigam Jagir Largo Ramahama Khokhar Hama Likhdi Pora Samnoo Har Wath Damhal Hanji Pora

Frequently Asked Questions about Nihama

Where is Nihama located?
Nihama village is situated in Damhal Hanjipora Tehsil, within the Kulgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Nihama?
The pincode of Nihama is 192233, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nihama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nihama is 1,254, with 686 males and 568 females.
How many households are there in Nihama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nihama village has a total of 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nihama as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nihama is 45.85%. The male literacy rate is 52.19%, while the female literacy rate is 38.20%.