Darwan Nowgam - Charar- E- Shrief, Budgam
Darwan Nowgam is a village situated in the Charar- E- Shrief tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Charar-e-shreif and around 37 km from Budgam. Darwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darwan Nowgam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darwan Nowgam is 000837. The village covers a total geographical area of 432.2 hectares and falls under the 191112 pincode. Charar-e-sharief is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Darwan Nowgam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chrar-i-sharief Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darwan Nowgam
As per Census 2011, Darwan Nowgam village has a total population of 5,951 people, consisting of 3,224 males and 2,727 females. The village has 666 households and a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,663 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,448 literate and 4,503 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darwan Nowgam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,951 | 3,224 | 2,727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,663 | 933 | 730 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 247 | 107 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 1,448 | 949 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,503 | 2,275 | 2,228 |
Nearby Villages of Darwan Nowgam
Darwan Nowgam 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 Darwan Nowgam
Darwan Nowgam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Charar-e-sharief to Darwan Nowgam is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Darwan Nowgam is about 37 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 Darwan Nowgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darwan Nowgam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darwan Nowgam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darwan Nowgam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darwan Nowgam
Where is Darwan Nowgam located?
Darwan Nowgam village is located in Charar- E- Shrief Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darwan Nowgam?
The Gram Panchayat of Darwan Nowgam is Darwan.
What is the pincode of Darwan Nowgam?
The pincode of Darwan Nowgam is 191112.
What is the population of Darwan Nowgam?
Darwan Nowgam has a total population of 5,951, including 3,224 males and 2,727 females.
How many households are there in Darwan Nowgam?
There are 666 households in Darwan Nowgam.
What is the literacy rate in Darwan Nowgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darwan Nowgam is 24.33%. Male literacy is 29.44% and female literacy is 18.30%.