Nar - Mendhar, Poonch
Nar is a village situated in the Mendhar tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Mendhar and around 38 km from Punch. Nar village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nar is 001215. The village covers a total geographical area of 804 hectares and falls under the 185211 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Nar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nar
According to the 2011 Census, Nar village had a total population of 1,873 people, including 937 males and 936 females, living in 345 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.17%, with male literacy at 86.45% and female literacy at 61.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 345.
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 | 1,873 | 937 | 936 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 155 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 345 | 168 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 1,160 | 676 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 713 | 261 | 452 |
Nearby Villages of Nar
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 Nar
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 Punch to Nar is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 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 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 Nar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nar
Where is Nar located?
Nar village is located in Mendhar Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Nar?
Nar is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nar?
The pincode of Nar is 185211.
What is the population of Nar?
Nar had a total population of 1,873, including 937 males and 936 females.
How many households are there in Nar?
Nar had 345 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nar was 74.17%. Male literacy was 86.45% and female literacy was 61.89%.