Narota - Kalakote, Rajouri
Narota is a village situated in the Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. Panar serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Narota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narota is 001544. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.8 hectares and falls under the 185201 pincode. Sunderbani is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Narota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narota
According to the 2011 Census, Narota village had a total population of 256 people, including 131 males and 125 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.08%, with male literacy at 78.30% and female literacy at 73.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 120, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 100.
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 | 256 | 131 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 53 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 59 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 83 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 48 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Narota
Narota 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 Narota
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Narota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunderbani to Narota is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Narota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narota 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narota
Where is Narota located?
Narota village is located in Kalakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Narota?
The Halqa Panchayat of Narota is Panar.
What is the pincode of Narota?
The pincode of Narota is 185201.
What is the population of Narota?
Narota had a total population of 256, including 131 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Narota?
Narota had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narota was 76.08%. Male literacy was 78.30% and female literacy was 73.79%.