Nonial - Nowshera, Rajouri
Nonial is a village situated in the Nowshera tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Nowshera and around 42 km from Rajouri. Nonial Lower serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nonial village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nonial is 001591. The village covers a total geographical area of 2144.5 hectares and falls under the 185151 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Nonial village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nonial
As per Census 2011, Nonial village has a total population of 5,344 people, consisting of 2,775 males and 2,569 females. The village has 1,217 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 686 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,807 literate and 1,537 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,948 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 190 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nonial are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,344 | 2,775 | 2,569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 686 | 386 | 300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,948 | 2,039 | 1,909 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 105 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 3,807 | 2,119 | 1,688 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,537 | 656 | 881 |
Nearby Villages of Nonial
Nonial 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 Nonial
Nonial is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nowshera to Nonial is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Nonial is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nonial
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nonial village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nonial
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nonial village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nonial
Where is Nonial located?
Nonial village is located in Nowshera Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nonial?
The Gram Panchayat of Nonial is Nonial Lower.
What is the pincode of Nonial?
The pincode of Nonial is 185151.
What is the population of Nonial?
Nonial has a total population of 5,344, including 2,775 males and 2,569 females.
How many households are there in Nonial?
There are 1,217 households in Nonial.
What is the literacy rate in Nonial?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nonial is 71.24%. Male literacy is 76.36% and female literacy is 65.71%.