Najin - Sonawari, Bandipora
Najin is a village situated in the Sonawari tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Sonawari and around 35 km from Bandipora. Gadkhud serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Najin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Najin is 002806. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.9 hectares and falls under the 193501 pincode. Sumbal is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Najin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bandipora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Najin
According to the 2011 Census, Najin village had a total population of 1,370 people, including 742 males and 628 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 846 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.46%, with male literacy at 32.52% and female literacy at 19.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,370 | 742 | 628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 130 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 199 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,066 | 543 | 523 |
Nearby Villages of Najin
Najin is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Najin
Public transport in the Najin is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Najin.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sumbal to Najin is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bandipora to Najin is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Najin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Najin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Najin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Najin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Najin
Where is Najin located?
Najin village is located in Sonawari Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Najin?
The Halqa Panchayat of Najin is Gadkhud.
What is the pincode of Najin?
The pincode of Najin is 193501.
What is the population of Najin?
Najin had a total population of 1,370, including 742 males and 628 females.
How many households are there in Najin?
Najin had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Najin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Najin was 26.46%. Male literacy was 32.52% and female literacy was 19.55%.