Narag - Narag, Sirmaur
Narag is a village situated in the Narag tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Nahan. Narag village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narag is 022820. The village covers a total geographical area of 202 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Narag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Narag
As per Census 2011, Narag village has a total population of 459 people, consisting of 240 males and 219 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 459 | 240 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 74 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 208 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 32 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Narag
Narag 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 Narag
Narag 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 Narag 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 Narag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narag
Where is Narag located?
Narag village is located in Narag Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narag?
Narag is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narag?
The pincode of Narag is 173024.
What is the population of Narag?
Narag has a total population of 459, including 240 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Narag?
There are 122 households in Narag.
What is the literacy rate in Narag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narag is 82.35%. Male literacy is 86.67% and female literacy is 77.63%.