Nihama

Nihama is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Kupwara.

Here you can discover what makes Nihama unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Nihama’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 Nihama

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nihama is 000198. The village spans a total geographical area of 61.5 hectares. Handwara is nearest town to Nihama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Nihama

According to the 2011 Census, Nihama has a total population of about 438, with approximately 222 males and 216 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 76 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.99%, with male literacy at about 65.77% and female literacy near 50.00%. There are around 69 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nihama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 438 222 216
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 76 48 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 254 146 108
Illiterate Population 184 76 108

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 village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Nihama

Where is Nihama located?
Nihama village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the population of Nihama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nihama is 438, with 222 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Nihama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nihama village has a total of 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nihama as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nihama is 57.99%. The male literacy rate is 65.77%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.