Nowgam

Nowgam is a village located in Shopian tehsil of Shupiyan district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sshopian (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Shopian.

Nowgam has its own place in the vibrant Shupiyan 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 Nowgam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nowgam is 003501. The village spans a total geographical area of 162.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 192303. Shopiyan is nearest town to Nowgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Nowgam

Below is a concise population overview of Nowgam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,387 712 675
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 177 87 90
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 762 448 314
Illiterate Population 625 264 361

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nowgam village:

  • The total population of Nowgam village is around 1,387, including approximately 712 males and 675 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 177 children aged 0–6 years in Nowgam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Nowgam village is about 54.94%, with male literacy at 62.92% and female literacy at 46.52%.
  • There are around 224 households in Nowgam village.

Connectivity of Nowgam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nowgam. As per the 2011 stats, Nowgam 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 Nowgam

Knowing the nearby villages of Nowgam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nowgam.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Nowgam

Where is Nowgam located?
Nowgam village is situated in Shopian Tehsil, within the Shupiyan district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Nowgam?
The pincode of Nowgam is 192303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nowgam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nowgam is 1,387, with 712 males and 675 females.
How many households are there in Nowgam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nowgam village has a total of 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nowgam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nowgam is 54.94%. The male literacy rate is 62.92%, while the female literacy rate is 46.52%.