Narain Aval - Tikar, Shimla
Narain Aval is a village situated in the Tikar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sharontha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narain Aval village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narain Aval is 026397. The village covers a total geographical area of 7 hectares and falls under the 171203 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Narain Aval village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narain Aval
According to the 2011 Census, Narain Aval village had a total population of 89 people, including 53 males and 36 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 679 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.08%, with male literacy at 77.55% and female literacy at 61.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58.
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 | 89 | 53 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 37 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 38 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 15 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Narain Aval
Narain Aval 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 Narain Aval
Narain Aval is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Narain Aval is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narain Aval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narain Aval 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Narain Aval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narain Aval 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Narain Aval
Where is Narain Aval located?
Narain Aval village is located in Tikar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narain Aval?
The Gram Panchayat of Narain Aval is Sharontha.
What is the pincode of Narain Aval?
The pincode of Narain Aval is 171203.
What is the population of Narain Aval?
Narain Aval had a total population of 89, including 53 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Narain Aval?
Narain Aval had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narain Aval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narain Aval was 71.08%. Male literacy was 77.55% and female literacy was 61.76%.