Narla - Khawas, Rajouri
Narla is a village situated in the Khawas tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 108 km from Budhal and around 76 km from Rajouri. Narla village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narla is 001482. The village covers a total geographical area of 1668.9 hectares and falls under the 185201 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Narla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narla
According to the 2011 Census, Narla village had a total population of 1,973 people, including 1,050 males and 923 females, living in 373 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.62%, with male literacy at 48.63% and female literacy at 29.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,685.
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 | 1,973 | 1,050 | 923 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 456 | 246 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,685 | 890 | 795 |
| Literate Population | 601 | 391 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,372 | 659 | 713 |
Nearby Villages of Narla
Narla 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 Narla
Public transport in the Narla is mainly available through bus 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 Rajouri to Narla is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narla 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 Narla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narla
Where is Narla located?
Narla village is located in Khawas Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Narla?
Narla is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narla?
The pincode of Narla is 185201.
What is the population of Narla?
Narla had a total population of 1,973, including 1,050 males and 923 females.
How many households are there in Narla?
Narla had 373 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narla was 39.62%. Male literacy was 48.63% and female literacy was 29.45%.