Nawgam
Nawgam is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Nowgam B is the gram panchayat of Nawgam village.
Here you can discover what makes Nawgam unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Nawgam’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 Nawgam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nawgam is 000263. The village spans a total geographical area of 205.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193222. Handwara is nearest town to Nawgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Nawgam
Population of Nawgam
According to the 2011 Census, Nawgam has a total population of about 4,885, with approximately 3,283 males and 1,602 females. The sex ratio is around 487 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 770 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 32 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 107. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.86%, with male literacy at about 74.63% and female literacy near 29.59%. There are around 548 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nawgam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,885 | 3,283 | 1,602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 770 | 389 | 381 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 32 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 51 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 2,924 | 2,450 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,961 | 833 | 1,128 |
Connectivity of Nawgam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nawgam. As per the 2011 stats, Nawgam 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nawgam
Knowing the nearby villages of Nawgam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nawgam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nawgam
- Where is Nawgam located?
- Nawgam village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nawgam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nawgam is Nowgam B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nawgam?
- The pincode of Nawgam is 193222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nawgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nawgam is 4,885, with 3,283 males and 1,602 females.
- How many households are there in Nawgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nawgam village has a total of 548 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nawgam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nawgam is 59.86%. The male literacy rate is 74.63%, while the female literacy rate is 29.59%.