Shum Nag
Shum Nag is a village located in Kupwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 11km away from Kupwara, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shum Nag village. As per 2009 stats, Vessu is the gram panchayat of Shum Nag village.
Shum Nag has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara 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 Shum Nag
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shum Nag is 000073. The village spans a total geographical area of 81.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193224. Kupwara is nearest town to Shum Nag village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Shum Nag
Population of Shum Nag
Below is a concise population overview of Shum Nag as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,692 | 830 | 862 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 438 | 193 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,041 | 581 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 651 | 249 | 402 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shum Nag village:
- The total population of Shum Nag village is around 1,692, including approximately 830 males and 862 females, with a sex ratio of 1038 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 438 children aged 0–6 years in Shum Nag village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shum Nag village has 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shum Nag village is about 61.52%, with male literacy at 70.00% and female literacy at 53.36%.
- There are around 190 households in Shum Nag village.
Connectivity of Shum Nag
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shum Nag. As per the 2011 stats, Shum Nag had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shum Nag
Knowing the nearby villages of Shum Nag helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shum Nag.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shum Nag
- Where is Shum Nag located?
- Shum Nag village is situated in Kupwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shum Nag?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shum Nag is Vessu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shum Nag?
- The pincode of Shum Nag is 193224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shum Nag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shum Nag is 1,692, with 830 males and 862 females.
- How many households are there in Shum Nag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shum Nag village has a total of 190 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shum Nag as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shum Nag is 61.52%. The male literacy rate is 70.00%, while the female literacy rate is 53.36%.