Najarpur - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Najarpur is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Najarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Najarpur is 032051. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 146021 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Najarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Najarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Najarpur village had a total population of 157 people, including 77 males and 80 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.14%, with male literacy at 87.67% and female literacy at 80.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 157 | 77 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 13 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Najarpur
Najarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Singha | North | 1.09 km |
| Chak Guru | North-East | 1.12 km |
| Rurki Khas | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Samundra | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Chak Hajipur | North | 2.17 km |
| Chuharpur | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Dhamai | East | 2.61 km |
| Bhagoran | South | 2.76 km |
| Ramgarh | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Sakanderpur | North-West | 3.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Najarpur
Najarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nawanshahr Doaba Junction, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Najarpur is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Najarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Najarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Najarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Najarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Najarpur
Where is Najarpur located?
Najarpur village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Najarpur?
Najarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Najarpur?
The pincode of Najarpur is 146021.
What is the population of Najarpur?
Najarpur had a total population of 157, including 77 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Najarpur?
Najarpur had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Najarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Najarpur was 84.14%. Male literacy was 87.67% and female literacy was 80.56%.