Nowgran - Boniyar, Baramulla
Nowgran is a village situated in the Boniyar tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Boniyar and around 30 km from Baramulla. Atishampora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nowgran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nowgran is 002575. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.5 hectares and falls under the 193122 pincode. Uri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Nowgran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nowgran
According to the 2011 Census, Nowgran village had a total population of 117 people, including 62 males and 55 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.71%, with male literacy at 83.02% and female literacy at 56.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 117 | 62 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 44 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 18 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Nowgran
Nowgran 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 Nowgran
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Nowgran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uri to Nowgran is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Nowgran is about 30 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 Nowgran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nowgran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nowgran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nowgran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nowgran
Where is Nowgran located?
Nowgran village is located in Boniyar Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nowgran?
The Gram Panchayat of Nowgran is Atishampora.
What is the pincode of Nowgran?
The pincode of Nowgran is 193122.
What is the population of Nowgran?
Nowgran had a total population of 117, including 62 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Nowgran?
Nowgran had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nowgran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nowgran was 70.71%. Male literacy was 83.02% and female literacy was 56.52%.