Nowpora Chollen - Kulgam
Nowpora Chollen is a village situated in the Kulgam tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Kulgam, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Daderkoot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nowpora Chollen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nowpora Chollen is 003950. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.2 hectares and falls under the 192231 pincode. Kulgam is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Nowpora Chollen 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 Nowpora Chollen
As per Census 2011, Nowpora Chollen village has a total population of 392 people, consisting of 188 males and 204 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,085 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 167 literate and 225 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nowpora Chollen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 392 | 188 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 33 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 95 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 93 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Nowpora Chollen
Nowpora Chollen 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 Nowpora Chollen
Nowpora Chollen 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 <5 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 Kulgam to Nowpora Chollen is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kulgam to Nowpora Chollen is about 16 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 Nowpora Chollen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nowpora Chollen 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 Nowpora Chollen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nowpora Chollen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Nowpora Chollen
Where is Nowpora Chollen located?
Nowpora Chollen village is located in Kulgam Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nowpora Chollen?
The Gram Panchayat of Nowpora Chollen is Daderkoot.
What is the pincode of Nowpora Chollen?
The pincode of Nowpora Chollen is 192231.
What is the population of Nowpora Chollen?
Nowpora Chollen has a total population of 392, including 188 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Nowpora Chollen?
There are 66 households in Nowpora Chollen.
What is the literacy rate in Nowpora Chollen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nowpora Chollen is 42.60%. Male literacy is 50.53% and female literacy is 35.29%.