Narsoo - Udhampur
Narsoo is a village situated in the Udhampur tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Udhampur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Narsoo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narsoo is 004838. The village covers a total geographical area of 432.2 hectares and falls under the 182141 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Narsoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narsoo
According to the 2011 Census, Narsoo village had a total population of 1,435 people, including 730 males and 705 females, living in 239 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.73%, with male literacy at 70.45% and female literacy at 48.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 363, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 405.
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 | 1,435 | 730 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 131 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 179 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 405 | 208 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 703 | 422 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 732 | 308 | 424 |
Nearby Villages of Narsoo
Narsoo 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 Narsoo
Narsoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Udhampur to Narsoo is about 20 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 Narsoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narsoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Narsoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narsoo 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 Narsoo
Where is Narsoo located?
Narsoo village is located in Udhampur Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narsoo?
Narsoo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narsoo?
The pincode of Narsoo is 182141.
What is the population of Narsoo?
Narsoo had a total population of 1,435, including 730 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Narsoo?
Narsoo had 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narsoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narsoo was 59.73%. Male literacy was 70.45% and female literacy was 48.62%.