Najwan Nilla - Kangan, Ganderbal
Najwan Nilla is a village situated in the Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kangan and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Akhal-a serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Najwan Nilla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Najwan Nilla is 002904. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.6 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Najwan Nilla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Najwan Nilla
According to the 2011 Census, Najwan Nilla village had a total population of 1,193 people, including 571 males and 622 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.32%, with male literacy at 72.66% and female literacy at 43.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 351.
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 | 1,193 | 571 | 622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 143 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 351 | 176 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 311 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 676 | 260 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Najwan Nilla
Najwan Nilla 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 Najwan Nilla
Najwan Nilla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ganderbal to Najwan Nilla is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Najwan Nilla is about 25 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 Najwan Nilla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Najwan Nilla 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 Najwan Nilla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Najwan Nilla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Najwan Nilla
Where is Najwan Nilla located?
Najwan Nilla village is located in Kangan Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Najwan Nilla?
The Halqa Panchayat of Najwan Nilla is Akhal-a.
What is the pincode of Najwan Nilla?
The pincode of Najwan Nilla is 191202.
What is the population of Najwan Nilla?
Najwan Nilla had a total population of 1,193, including 571 males and 622 females.
How many households are there in Najwan Nilla?
Najwan Nilla had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Najwan Nilla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Najwan Nilla was 57.32%. Male literacy was 72.66% and female literacy was 43.46%.