Hamir Pur Nawan - Khour, Jammu
Hamir Pur Nawan is a village situated in the Khour tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Akhnoor and around 52 km from Jammu. Hamirpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hamir Pur Nawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hamir Pur Nawan is 005624. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.2 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Khour is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Hamir Pur Nawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hamir Pur Nawan
As per Census 2011, Hamir Pur Nawan village has a total population of 1,967 people, consisting of 994 males and 973 females. The village has 416 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,324 literate and 643 illiterate residents. Additionally, 932 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hamir Pur Nawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,967 | 994 | 973 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 158 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 932 | 480 | 452 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,324 | 720 | 604 |
| Illiterate Population | 643 | 274 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Hamir Pur Nawan
Hamir Pur Nawan 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 Hamir Pur Nawan
Hamir Pur Nawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Khour to Hamir Pur Nawan is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Hamir Pur Nawan is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hamir Pur Nawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hamir Pur Nawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hamir Pur Nawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hamir Pur Nawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hamir Pur Nawan
Where is Hamir Pur Nawan located?
Hamir Pur Nawan village is located in Khour Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hamir Pur Nawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Hamir Pur Nawan is Hamirpur.
What is the pincode of Hamir Pur Nawan?
The pincode of Hamir Pur Nawan is 181203.
What is the population of Hamir Pur Nawan?
Hamir Pur Nawan has a total population of 1,967, including 994 males and 973 females.
How many households are there in Hamir Pur Nawan?
There are 416 households in Hamir Pur Nawan.
What is the literacy rate in Hamir Pur Nawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hamir Pur Nawan is 67.31%. Male literacy is 72.43% and female literacy is 62.08%.