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
According to the 2011 Census, Naroo village had a total population of 1,403 people, including 773 males and 630 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 815 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.25%, with male literacy at 81.93% and female literacy at 58.64%.
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 | 1,403 | 773 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 131 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,403, including 773 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Naroo?
Naroo had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naroo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naroo was 71.25%. Male literacy was 81.93% and female literacy was 58.64%.