Narwara - Beerwah, Budgam
Narwara is a village situated in the Beerwah tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Beerwah and around 18 km from Budgam. Meeripora B serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narwara is 000483. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.26 hectares and falls under the 193411 pincode. Beerwah is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Narwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beerwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narwara
According to the 2011 Census, Narwara village had a total population of 1,261 people, including 650 males and 611 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.96%, with male literacy at 58.12% and female literacy at 39.14%.
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 | 1,261 | 650 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 151 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 290 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 789 | 360 | 429 |
Nearby Villages of Narwara
Narwara 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 Narwara
Public transport in the Narwara is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Narwara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beerwah to Narwara is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Narwara is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Narwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narwara
Where is Narwara located?
Narwara village is located in Beerwah Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Narwara is Meeripora B.
What is the pincode of Narwara?
The pincode of Narwara is 193411.
What is the population of Narwara?
Narwara had a total population of 1,261, including 650 males and 611 females.
How many households are there in Narwara?
Narwara had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narwara was 48.96%. Male literacy was 58.12% and female literacy was 39.14%.