Narwar - Dareeni, Kangra
Narwar is a village situated in the Dareeni tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Dharmsala. Bhaled serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narwar is 009341. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.27 hectares and falls under the 176206 pincode. Dharmsala is the nearest town.
Narwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narwar
According to the 2011 Census, Narwar village had a total population of 279 people, including 148 males and 131 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.09%, with male literacy at 63.33% and female literacy at 48.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 211.
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 | 279 | 148 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 110 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 76 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 72 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Narwar
Narwar 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 Narwar
Narwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharmsala to Narwar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Narwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narwar
Where is Narwar located?
Narwar village is located in Dareeni Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Narwar is Bhaled.
What is the pincode of Narwar?
The pincode of Narwar is 176206.
What is the population of Narwar?
Narwar had a total population of 279, including 148 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Narwar?
Narwar had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narwar was 56.09%. Male literacy was 63.33% and female literacy was 48.18%.