Nowgam - Qalamabad, Kupwara
Nowgam is a village situated in the Qalamabad tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Handwara and around 40 km from Kupwara. Nowgam A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nowgam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nowgam is 000263. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.6 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Nowgam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Langate Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nowgam
As per Census 2011, Nowgam village has a total population of 4,885 people, consisting of 3,283 males and 1,602 females. The village has 548 households and a sex ratio of 487 females per 1,000 males. There are 770 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,924 literate and 1,961 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 107 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nowgam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,885 | 3,283 | 1,602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 770 | 389 | 381 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 32 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 51 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 2,924 | 2,450 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,961 | 833 | 1,128 |
Nearby Villages of Nowgam
Nowgam 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 Nowgam
Nowgam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Nowgam is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Nowgam is about 40 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 Nowgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nowgam 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nowgam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nowgam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nowgam
Where is Nowgam located?
Nowgam village is located in Qalamabad Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nowgam?
The Gram Panchayat of Nowgam is Nowgam A.
What is the pincode of Nowgam?
The pincode of Nowgam is 193302.
What is the population of Nowgam?
Nowgam has a total population of 4,885, including 3,283 males and 1,602 females.
How many households are there in Nowgam?
There are 548 households in Nowgam.
What is the literacy rate in Nowgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nowgam is 59.86%. Male literacy is 74.63% and female literacy is 29.59%.