Naroo - Budgam
Naroo is a village situated in the Budgam tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Budgam and around 5 km from Budgam. Naroo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naroo is 000695. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.2 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Badgam is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Naroo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Budgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naroo
As per Census 2011, Naroo village has a total population of 1,403 people, consisting of 773 males and 630 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 815 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 845 literate and 558 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naroo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,403 | 773 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 131 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 845 | 526 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 247 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Naroo
Naroo 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 Naroo
Naroo is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Naroo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Badgam to Naroo is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Naroo is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naroo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naroo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Naroo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naroo 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Naroo
Where is Naroo located?
Naroo village is located in Budgam Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naroo?
Naroo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naroo?
The pincode of Naroo is 191111.
What is the population of Naroo?
Naroo has a total population of 1,403, including 773 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Naroo?
There are 179 households in Naroo.
What is the literacy rate in Naroo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naroo is 60.23%. Male literacy is 68.05% and female literacy is 50.63%.