Village code 1562

Lam Village, Nowshehra Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population

Lam is a village in Nowshehra Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Rajouri district, Jammu & Kashmir. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Lam village map in Jammu & Kashmir
Lam village map image for Nowshehra Tehsil, Jammu & Kashmir.

Village Overview

Lam is a village in Nowshehra Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Rajouri district, Jammu & Kashmir. For Lam, the population is 1,919, PIN code is 184155 and Census village code is 1562. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Lam village
Village code1562
PIN code184155
Population1,919
Households438
Area1,238.40 ha / 12.38 sq. km / 3,060 acres
Population density155 people per sq. km
Sex ratio1001 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townNowshera (20 km)
Current stateJammu & Kashmir
Census 2011 stateJammu & Kashmir
Current districtRajouri
Census 2011 districtRajouri

Postal and PIN Code Details

Census 2011 reports PIN code 184155 for Lam. This PIN was not matched in the local India Post reference file, so please verify it through India Post before using it for address or service work.

Postal details for Lam village
PIN code184155
Postal matchNo matching post office record found in the local India Post PIN reference file

Location and Administration

Lam comes under Lam gram panchayat and Nowshehra C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Nowshehra Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Nowshera at 20 km. The Census district headquarters, Rajouri, is 66 km away.

Administrative details for Lam
Current stateJammu & Kashmir
Census 2011 stateJammu & Kashmir
Current districtRajouri
Census 2011 districtRajouri
State code1
District code6
Tehsil / Census sub-district code25
C.D. Block code51
Block panchayat code51

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Lam village and its household count.

Total population

1,919 residents in 438 households

Male population

959

Female population

960

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 1,039; Scheduled Tribes: 689

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Government primary school

Available; count: 2

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Lam
ASHA workerAvailable
Veterinary hospital1

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Lam
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceAvailable
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadAvailable
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageNot available in village
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankAvailable
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Lam
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpNot available in village
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyAvailable
Summer domestic power15 hours per day
Winter domestic power10 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Lam
Net area sown198.70 hectares
Irrigated area14.20 hectares
Unirrigated area184.50 hectares
Canal irrigated area14.20 hectares
Forest area870.90 hectares
Non-agricultural area143.70 hectares
Main cropPaddy
Second cropWheat
Third cropMaize

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Lam
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Nowshera, 5-10 km away.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Nowshera, more than 10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Lam

Nowshera (20 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Nowshera is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Lam
Nearest major townNowshera (20 km)
Tehsil headquartersNowshera (20 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Tehsil, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Lam. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Lam
Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 2
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Veterinary Hospital1
Veterinary Hospital Doctors Total Strength1
Veterinary Hospital Doctors in Position1
Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff Total Strength1
Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff in Position1
Uncovered WellAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
SpringAvailable
Spring Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Spring Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tank Pond LakeAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tank Pond Lake Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Open Kuccha DrainageAvailable
Post and Telegraph OfficeAvailable
Telephone LandlinesAvailable
Private Bus ServiceAvailable
Other District RoadAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Cooperative BankAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Nutritional Centres ICDSAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Birth and Death Registration OfficeAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable
Power Supply for Agriculture UseAvailable
Power Supply for Commercial UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, tehsil, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Lam village located?

Lam is located in Nowshehra Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Rajouri.

Which Tehsil is Lam in?

Lam is in Nowshehra Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Lam in?

District: Rajouri.

What is the village code of Lam?

The Census village code of Lam is 1562.

What is the PIN code of Lam?

The PIN code reported for Lam is 184155.

What is the population of Lam?

Lam has 1,919 residents in 438 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Lam part of?

Lam comes under Lam gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Lam?

The nearest statutory town to Lam is Nowshera (20 km).

Which crops are grown in Lam?

The main crops reported for Lam are Paddy, Wheat, and Maize.

What land-use details are available for Lam?

Land-use details for Lam include net area sown: 198.70 hectares, irrigated area: 14.20 hectares, and unirrigated area: 184.50 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Lam?

Government primary school status for Lam is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Lam?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Lam?

Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.

What is the total area of Lam?

The total geographical area of Lam is 1,238.40 hectares.

How many households are in Lam?

Lam has 438 households as per Census 2011.

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