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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Nargistan village had a total population of 1,356 people, including 689 males and 667 females, living in 232 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.19%, with male literacy at 53.36% and female literacy at 34.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 486.
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 | 1,356 | 689 | 667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 123 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Nargistan?
Nargistan is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nargistan?
The pincode of Nargistan is 192122.
What is the population of Nargistan?
Nargistan had a total population of 1,356, including 689 males and 667 females.
How many households are there in Nargistan?
Nargistan had 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nargistan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nargistan was 44.19%. Male literacy was 53.36% and female literacy was 34.78%.