Nehama - D H Pora, Kulgam
Nehama is a village situated in the D H Pora tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from Damhal Hanji Pora and around 12 km from Kulgam. Nihama serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Nehama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nehama is 004061. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.5 hectares and falls under the 192233 pincode. Kulgam is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Nehama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Noorabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nehama
According to the 2011 Census, Nehama village had a total population of 1,254 people, including 686 males and 568 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 828 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.02%, with male literacy at 68.19% and female literacy at 46.57%.
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 | 1,254 | 686 | 568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 161 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 575 | 358 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 679 | 328 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Nehama
Nehama 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 Nehama
Nehama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Nehama.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kulgam to Nehama is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nehama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nehama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nehama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nehama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nehama
Where is Nehama located?
Nehama village is located in D H Pora Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Nehama?
The Halqa Panchayat of Nehama is Nihama.
What is the pincode of Nehama?
The pincode of Nehama is 192233.
What is the population of Nehama?
Nehama had a total population of 1,254, including 686 males and 568 females.
How many households are there in Nehama?
Nehama had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nehama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nehama was 58.02%. Male literacy was 68.19% and female literacy was 46.57%.