Nawgam
About Nawgam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Nawgam village is 000263. Nawgam village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 205.6 hectares. Nawgam has a total population of 4,885 peoples, out of which male population is 3,283 while female population is 1,602. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 487 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of nawgam village is 59.86% out of which 74.63% males and 29.59% females are literate. There are about 548 houses in nawgam village. Pincode of nawgam village locality is 193222.
Handwara is nearest town to nawgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
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Population of Nawgam
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,885 | 3,283 | 1,602 |
| Literate Population | 2,924 | 2,450 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,961 | 833 | 1,128 |
Connectivity of Nawgam
| 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 |
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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%.