Nagra Nar - Handwara, Kupwara
Nagra Nar is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Baderhar serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Nagra Nar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagra Nar is 000217. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.7 hectares and falls under the 193303 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Nagra Nar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nagra Nar
According to the 2011 Census, Nagra Nar village had a total population of 579 people, including 308 males and 271 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.55%, with male literacy at 55.92% and female literacy at 36.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 393.
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 | 579 | 308 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 63 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 393 | 204 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 137 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 171 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Nagra Nar
Nagra Nar 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 Nagra Nar
Nagra Nar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Handwara to Nagra Nar is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Nagra Nar is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagra Nar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagra Nar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nagra Nar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagra Nar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nagra Nar
Where is Nagra Nar located?
Nagra Nar village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Nagra Nar?
The Halqa Panchayat of Nagra Nar is Baderhar.
What is the pincode of Nagra Nar?
The pincode of Nagra Nar is 193303.
What is the population of Nagra Nar?
Nagra Nar had a total population of 579, including 308 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Nagra Nar?
Nagra Nar had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nagra Nar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagra Nar was 46.55%. Male literacy was 55.92% and female literacy was 36.07%.