Naharan - Ghagwal, Samba
Naharan is a village situated in the Ghagwal tehsil of Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Samba and around 13 km from Samba. Naran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naharan is 006618. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 184141 pincode.
Naharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Samba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naharan
According to the 2011 Census, Naharan village had a total population of 488 people, including 239 males and 249 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.55%, with male literacy at 92.38% and female literacy at 79.20%.
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 | 488 | 239 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 194 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 45 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Naharan
Naharan 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 Naharan
Public transport in the Naharan is mainly available through shared van 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 Samba to Naharan is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naharan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Naharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naharan 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 Naharan
Where is Naharan located?
Naharan village is located in Ghagwal Tehsil, Samba district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Naharan is Naran.
What is the pincode of Naharan?
The pincode of Naharan is 184141.
What is the population of Naharan?
Naharan had a total population of 488, including 239 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Naharan?
Naharan had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naharan was 85.55%. Male literacy was 92.38% and female literacy was 79.20%.