Narghota - Khundian, Kangra
Narghota is a village situated in the Khundian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bari Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narghota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narghota is 010975. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.06 hectares and falls under the 176055 pincode. Jawalamukhi 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 Jawalamukhi 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 126 people, including 58 males and 68 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,172 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.79%, with male literacy at 96.30% and female literacy at 82.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52.
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 | 126 | 58 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 52 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 6 | 17 |
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 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 Narghota is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narghota
Where is Narghota located?
Narghota village is located in Khundian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narghota?
The Gram Panchayat of Narghota is Bari Kalan.
What is the pincode of Narghota?
The pincode of Narghota is 176055.
What is the population of Narghota?
Narghota had a total population of 126, including 58 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Narghota?
Narghota had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narghota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narghota was 88.79%. Male literacy was 96.30% and female literacy was 82.26%.