Nechyan - Karnah, Kupwara
Nechyan is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Nichiyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nechyan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nechyan is 000338. The village covers a total geographical area of 316.5 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Nechyan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nechyan
As per Census 2011, Nechyan village has a total population of 3,050 people, consisting of 2,131 males and 919 females. The village has 378 households and a sex ratio of 431 females per 1,000 males. There are 404 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,029 literate and 1,021 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,701 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nechyan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,050 | 2,131 | 919 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 212 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,701 | 889 | 812 |
| Literate Population | 2,029 | 1,692 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,021 | 439 | 582 |
Nearby Villages of Nechyan
Nechyan 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 Nechyan
Public transport in the Nechyan is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kupwara to Nechyan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Nechyan is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nechyan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nechyan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nechyan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nechyan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nechyan
Where is Nechyan located?
Nechyan village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nechyan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nechyan is Nichiyan.
What is the pincode of Nechyan?
The pincode of Nechyan is 193225.
What is the population of Nechyan?
Nechyan has a total population of 3,050, including 2,131 males and 919 females.
How many households are there in Nechyan?
There are 378 households in Nechyan.
What is the literacy rate in Nechyan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nechyan is 66.52%. Male literacy is 79.40% and female literacy is 36.67%.