Naruah - Nagri Parole, Kathua
Naruah is a village situated in the Nagri Parole tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Kathua and around 10 km from Kathua. Airwan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Naruah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naruah is 001924. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 184151 pincode. Nagri is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Naruah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kathua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naruah
According to the 2011 Census, Naruah village had a total population of 182 people, including 99 males and 83 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 838 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.88%, with male literacy at 76.83% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 182 | 99 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 62 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 63 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 36 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Naruah
Naruah 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 Naruah
Naruah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagri to Naruah is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Naruah is about 10 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 Naruah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naruah 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naruah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naruah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naruah
Where is Naruah located?
Naruah village is located in Nagri Parole Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Naruah?
The Halqa Panchayat of Naruah is Airwan.
What is the pincode of Naruah?
The pincode of Naruah is 184151.
What is the population of Naruah?
Naruah had a total population of 182, including 99 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Naruah?
Naruah had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naruah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naruah was 66.88%. Male literacy was 76.83% and female literacy was 55.56%.