Nanga - Ramgarh, Samba
Nanga is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Samba and around 28 km from Samba. Nanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nanga is 006575. The village covers a total geographical area of 600.2 hectares and falls under the 181141 pincode.
Nanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nanga
According to the 2011 Census, Nanga village had a total population of 1,638 people, including 824 males and 814 females, living in 366 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.30%, with male literacy at 85.96% and female literacy at 70.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 962, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,638 | 824 | 814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 112 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 962 | 487 | 475 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,126 | 612 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 212 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Nanga
Nanga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Paras | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Jagwal | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Chak Jawahar | North | 3.98 km |
| Chak Jhanda Singh | North | 4.03 km |
| Abtal | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Ramloo Rasorian | North | 5.00 km |
| Keso Manhasan | North-East | 5.47 km |
| Mahal Kalandrian | North | 5.54 km |
| Rakh Abtal | North-West | 5.55 km |
| Lagwal | North-East | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nanga
Nanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vijaypur Jammu, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Samba to Nanga is about 28 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 Nanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nanga 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 Nanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nanga 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nanga
Where is Nanga located?
Nanga village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nanga?
Nanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nanga?
The pincode of Nanga is 181141.
What is the population of Nanga?
Nanga had a total population of 1,638, including 824 males and 814 females.
How many households are there in Nanga?
Nanga had 366 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nanga was 78.30%. Male literacy was 85.96% and female literacy was 70.80%.