Narghota - Dharmsala, Kangra
Narghota is a village situated in the Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kajlot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narghota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narghota is 009527. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.99 hectares and falls under the 176216 pincode. Dharmsala is the nearest town.
Narghota 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 Narghota
According to the 2011 Census, Narghota village had a total population of 759 people, including 361 males and 398 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 1,102 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.17%, with male literacy at 93.85% and female literacy at 84.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 203.
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 | 759 | 361 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 55 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 91 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 305 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 56 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Narghota
Narghota 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 Narghota
Narghota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Narghota is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narghota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narghota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narghota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narghota 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 Narghota
Where is Narghota located?
Narghota village is located in Dharmsala Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narghota?
The Gram Panchayat of Narghota is Kajlot.
What is the pincode of Narghota?
The pincode of Narghota is 176216.
What is the population of Narghota?
Narghota had a total population of 759, including 361 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Narghota?
Narghota had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narghota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narghota was 89.17%. Male literacy was 93.85% and female literacy was 84.92%.