Najan - Beerwah, Budgam
Najan is a village situated in the Beerwah tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from Beerwah and around 18 km from Budgam. Najan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Najan is 000502. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.12 hectares and falls under the 193411 pincode. Beerwah is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Najan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Najan
According to the 2011 Census, Najan village had a total population of 1,029 people, including 581 males and 448 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 771 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.64%, with male literacy at 79.19% and female literacy at 53.76%.
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 | 1,029 | 581 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 134 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 554 | 354 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 227 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Najan
Najan 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 Najan
Najan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Najan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beerwah to Najan is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Najan is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Najan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Najan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Najan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Najan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Najan
Where is Najan located?
Najan village is located in Beerwah Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Najan?
Najan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Najan?
The pincode of Najan is 193411.
What is the population of Najan?
Najan had a total population of 1,029, including 581 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Najan?
Najan had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Najan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Najan was 67.64%. Male literacy was 79.19% and female literacy was 53.76%.