Narwa - Kakapora, Pulwama
Narwa is a village situated in the Kakapora tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Pulwama and around 7 km from Pulwama. Naroo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narwa is 003145. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.6 hectares and falls under the 192304 pincode. Pulwama is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Narwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pulwama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narwa
As per Census 2011, Narwa village has a total population of 1,718 people, consisting of 884 males and 834 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 906 literate and 812 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,718 | 884 | 834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 165 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 906 | 532 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 812 | 352 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Narwa
Narwa 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 Narwa
Narwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Narwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pulwama to Narwa is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Narwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narwa 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Narwa
Where is Narwa located?
Narwa village is located in Kakapora Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Narwa is Naroo.
What is the pincode of Narwa?
The pincode of Narwa is 192304.
What is the population of Narwa?
Narwa has a total population of 1,718, including 884 males and 834 females.
How many households are there in Narwa?
There are 265 households in Narwa.
What is the literacy rate in Narwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narwa is 52.74%. Male literacy is 60.18% and female literacy is 44.84%.