Narian - Nowshera, Rajouri
Narian is a village situated in the Nowshera tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Nowshera and around 30 km from Rajouri. Narrian Parli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narian is 001574. The village covers a total geographical area of 1727.2 hectares and falls under the 185151 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Narian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kala kote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narian
As per Census 2011, Narian village has a total population of 4,896 people, consisting of 4,049 males and 847 females. The village has 454 households and a sex ratio of 209 females per 1,000 males. There are 314 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,031 literate and 865 illiterate residents. Additionally, 965 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 873 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,896 | 4,049 | 847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 176 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 965 | 646 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 873 | 525 | 348 |
| Literate Population | 4,031 | 3,631 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 865 | 418 | 447 |
Nearby Villages of Narian
Narian is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajal | South | 6.49 km |
| Bagnoti | South | 7.01 km |
| Garan Bala | South-East | 7.44 km |
| Kothian | North-East | 7.46 km |
| Chak Jaralan | South-East | 8.22 km |
| Garan Pain | South-East | 8.60 km |
| Sialsui | East | 8.68 km |
| Panhar | South-East | 10.05 km |
| Qila Darhal | West | 10.65 km |
| Dhanwan | East | 10.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narian
Narian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is S M V D Katra, while the nearest airport is Rajouri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nowshera to Narian is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Narian is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narian
Where is Narian located?
Narian village is located in Nowshera Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narian?
The Gram Panchayat of Narian is Narrian Parli.
What is the pincode of Narian?
The pincode of Narian is 185151.
What is the population of Narian?
Narian has a total population of 4,896, including 4,049 males and 847 females.
How many households are there in Narian?
There are 454 households in Narian.
What is the literacy rate in Narian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narian is 82.33%. Male literacy is 89.68% and female literacy is 47.23%.