Argu - Narag, Sirmaur
Argu is a village situated in the Narag tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 67 km from Nahan. Sheena serves as the Gram Panchayat for Argu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Argu is 022700. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Argu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Argu
According to the 2011 Census, Argu village had a total population of 94 people, including 45 males and 49 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.13%, with male literacy at 93.02% and female literacy at 72.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
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 | 94 | 45 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 2 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 20 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 5 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Argu
Argu 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 Argu
Argu 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 Nahan to Argu is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Argu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Argu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Argu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Argu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Argu
Where is Argu located?
Argu village is located in Narag Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Argu?
The Gram Panchayat of Argu is Sheena.
What is the pincode of Argu?
The pincode of Argu is 173024.
What is the population of Argu?
Argu had a total population of 94, including 45 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Argu?
Argu had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Argu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Argu was 83.13%. Male literacy was 93.02% and female literacy was 72.50%.