Shum Nag - Trehgam, Kupwara
Shum Nag is a village situated in the Trehgam tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 11 km from Kupwara and around 11 km from Kupwara. Shumnagh serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Shum Nag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shum Nag is 000073. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.3 hectares and falls under the 193222 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Shum Nag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shum Nag
According to the 2011 Census, Shum Nag village had a total population of 1,692 people, including 830 males and 862 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.01%, with male literacy at 91.21% and female literacy at 74.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 1,692 | 830 | 862 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 438 | 193 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,041 | 581 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 651 | 249 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Shum Nag
Shum Nag 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 Shum Nag
Shum Nag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Shum Nag is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shum Nag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shum Nag 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 Shum Nag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shum Nag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shum Nag
Where is Shum Nag located?
Shum Nag village is located in Trehgam Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Shum Nag?
The Halqa Panchayat of Shum Nag is Shumnagh.
What is the pincode of Shum Nag?
The pincode of Shum Nag is 193222.
What is the population of Shum Nag?
Shum Nag had a total population of 1,692, including 830 males and 862 females.
How many households are there in Shum Nag?
Shum Nag had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shum Nag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shum Nag was 83.01%. Male literacy was 91.21% and female literacy was 74.55%.