Nargistan - Aripal, Pulwama
Nargistan is a village situated in the Aripal tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Tral and around 43 km from Plwama. Nargistan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nargistan is 003036. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.7 hectares and falls under the 192122 pincode. Tral is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Nargistan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tral Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nargistan
As per Census 2011, Nargistan village has a total population of 1,356 people, consisting of 689 males and 667 females. The village has 232 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 494 literate and 862 illiterate residents. Additionally, 486 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nargistan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,356 | 689 | 667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 123 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 486 | 260 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 494 | 302 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 862 | 387 | 475 |
Nearby Villages of Nargistan
Nargistan 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 Nargistan
Nargistan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Tral to Nargistan is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Plwama to Nargistan is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nargistan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nargistan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nargistan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nargistan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nargistan
Where is Nargistan located?
Nargistan village is located in Aripal Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nargistan?
Nargistan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nargistan?
The pincode of Nargistan is 192122.
What is the population of Nargistan?
Nargistan has a total population of 1,356, including 689 males and 667 females.
How many households are there in Nargistan?
There are 232 households in Nargistan.
What is the literacy rate in Nargistan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nargistan is 36.43%. Male literacy is 43.83% and female literacy is 28.79%.