Narayan Bagh - Wakoora, Ganderbal
Narayan Bagh is a village situated in the Wakoora tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Lar and around 16 km from Gaderbal. Dab serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narayan Bagh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayan Bagh is 002882. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.9 hectares and falls under the 191201 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Narayan Bagh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ganderbal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narayan Bagh
As per Census 2011, Narayan Bagh village has a total population of 2,666 people, consisting of 2,246 males and 420 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 186 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,039 literate and 627 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narayan Bagh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,666 | 2,246 | 420 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 76 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 6 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 6 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,039 | 1,940 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 306 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Narayan Bagh
Narayan Bagh 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 Narayan Bagh
Narayan Bagh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Ganderbal to Narayan Bagh is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Narayan Bagh is about 16 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 Narayan Bagh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narayan Bagh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Narayan Bagh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narayan Bagh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narayan Bagh
Where is Narayan Bagh located?
Narayan Bagh village is located in Wakoora Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narayan Bagh?
The Gram Panchayat of Narayan Bagh is Dab.
What is the pincode of Narayan Bagh?
The pincode of Narayan Bagh is 191201.
What is the population of Narayan Bagh?
Narayan Bagh has a total population of 2,666, including 2,246 males and 420 females.
How many households are there in Narayan Bagh?
There are 179 households in Narayan Bagh.
What is the literacy rate in Narayan Bagh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayan Bagh is 76.48%. Male literacy is 86.38% and female literacy is 23.57%.