Nowdal - Tral, Pulwama
Nowdal is a village situated in the Tral tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tral and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Nowdal village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nowdal is 003086. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.8 hectares and falls under the 192123 pincode. Tral is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Nowdal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tral Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nowdal
According to the 2011 Census, Nowdal village had a total population of 1,083 people, including 540 males and 543 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.76%, with male literacy at 77.32% and female literacy at 50.55%.
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 | 1,083 | 540 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 99 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 341 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 199 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Nowdal
Nowdal 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 Nowdal
Nowdal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Nowdal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tral to Nowdal is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Nowdal is about 29 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 Nowdal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nowdal 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 Nowdal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nowdal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nowdal
Where is Nowdal located?
Nowdal village is located in Tral Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Nowdal?
Nowdal is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nowdal?
The pincode of Nowdal is 192123.
What is the population of Nowdal?
Nowdal had a total population of 1,083, including 540 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Nowdal?
Nowdal had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nowdal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nowdal was 63.76%. Male literacy was 77.32% and female literacy was 50.55%.