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
As per Census 2011, Narghota village has a total population of 759 people, consisting of 361 males and 398 females. The village has 188 households and a sex ratio of 1,102 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 609 literate and 150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 203 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narghota are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 759, including 361 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Narghota?
There are 188 households in Narghota.
What is the literacy rate in Narghota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narghota is 80.24%. Male literacy is 84.49% and female literacy is 76.38%.