Nabedzeb - Handwara, Kupwara
Nabedzeb is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Baderhar serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Nabedzeb village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nabedzeb is 000216. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.5 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Nabedzeb village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nabedzeb
According to the 2011 Census, Nabedzeb village had a total population of 222 people, including 119 males and 103 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.77%, with male literacy at 52.69% and female literacy at 30.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 221.
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 | 222 | 119 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 118 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 49 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 70 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Nabedzeb
Nabedzeb 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 Nabedzeb
Nabedzeb is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Nabedzeb is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Nabedzeb is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nabedzeb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nabedzeb village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nabedzeb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nabedzeb 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nabedzeb
Where is Nabedzeb located?
Nabedzeb village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Nabedzeb?
The Halqa Panchayat of Nabedzeb is Baderhar.
What is the pincode of Nabedzeb?
The pincode of Nabedzeb is 193221.
What is the population of Nabedzeb?
Nabedzeb had a total population of 222, including 119 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Nabedzeb?
Nabedzeb had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nabedzeb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nabedzeb was 42.77%. Male literacy was 52.69% and female literacy was 30.14%.