Nillow - Kulgam
Nillow is a village situated in the Kulgam tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Kulgam, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Nillow village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nillow is 003979. The village covers a total geographical area of 225 hectares and falls under the 192231 pincode. Achabal is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Nillow village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kulgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nillow
According to the 2011 Census, Nillow village had a total population of 2,619 people, including 1,294 males and 1,325 females, living in 485 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.23%, with male literacy at 69.72% and female literacy at 49.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,619 | 1,294 | 1,325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 201 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,338 | 762 | 576 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,281 | 532 | 749 |
Nearby Villages of Nillow
Nillow 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 Nillow
Nillow is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Achabal to Nillow is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kulgam to Nillow is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nillow
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nillow village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nillow
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nillow village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nillow
Where is Nillow located?
Nillow village is located in Kulgam Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nillow?
Nillow is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nillow?
The pincode of Nillow is 192231.
What is the population of Nillow?
Nillow had a total population of 2,619, including 1,294 males and 1,325 females.
How many households are there in Nillow?
Nillow had 485 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nillow?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nillow was 59.23%. Male literacy was 69.72% and female literacy was 49.40%.