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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Narwa village had a total population of 1,718 people, including 884 males and 834 females, living in 265 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.61%, with male literacy at 73.99% and female literacy at 51.37%.
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 | 1,718 | 884 | 834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 165 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Narwa?
The Halqa Panchayat of Narwa is Naroo.
What is the pincode of Narwa?
The pincode of Narwa is 192304.
What is the population of Narwa?
Narwa had a total population of 1,718, including 884 males and 834 females.
How many households are there in Narwa?
Narwa had 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narwa was 62.61%. Male literacy was 73.99% and female literacy was 51.37%.