Narol - Mendhar, Poonch
Narol is a village situated in the Mendhar tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Mendhar and around 32 km from Punch. Narol village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narol is 001183. The village covers a total geographical area of 430 hectares and falls under the 185211 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Narol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narol
According to the 2011 Census, Narol village had a total population of 1,613 people, including 799 males and 814 females, living in 280 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.64%, with male literacy at 78.54% and female literacy at 55.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 735.
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 | 1,613 | 799 | 814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 156 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 735 | 372 | 363 |
| Literate Population | 871 | 505 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 742 | 294 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Narol
Narol 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 Narol
Narol 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 Narol is about 32 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 Narol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narol 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 Narol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narol
Where is Narol located?
Narol village is located in Mendhar Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Narol?
Narol is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narol?
The pincode of Narol is 185211.
What is the population of Narol?
Narol had a total population of 1,613, including 799 males and 814 females.
How many households are there in Narol?
Narol had 280 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narol was 66.64%. Male literacy was 78.54% and female literacy was 55.12%.