Nichian
Nichian is a village located in Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Karnah (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Sadiwara Partly B is the gram panchayat of Nichian village.
Here you can discover what makes Nichian unique in its vibrant Karnah-Kupwara region. You’ll see Nichian’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 Nichian
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nichian is 000338. The village spans a total geographical area of 316.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193224. Kupwara is nearest town to Nichian village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Nichian
Population of Nichian
According to the 2011 Census, Nichian has a total population of about 3,050, with approximately 2,131 males and 919 females. The sex ratio is around 431 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 404 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,701. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.52%, with male literacy at about 79.40% and female literacy near 36.67%. There are around 378 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nichian's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,050 | 2,131 | 919 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 212 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,701 | 889 | 812 |
| Literate Population | 2,029 | 1,692 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,021 | 439 | 582 |
Connectivity of Nichian
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nichian. As per the 2011 stats, Nichian 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nichian
Knowing the nearby villages of Nichian helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nichian.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nichian
- Where is Nichian located?
- Nichian village is situated in Karnah Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nichian?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nichian is Sadiwara Partly B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nichian?
- The pincode of Nichian is 193224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nichian as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nichian is 3,050, with 2,131 males and 919 females.
- How many households are there in Nichian as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nichian village has a total of 378 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nichian as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nichian is 66.52%. The male literacy rate is 79.40%, while the female literacy rate is 36.67%.