Narangpur - Shahkot, Jalandhar
Narangpur is a village situated in the Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahkot and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jalandhar. Narangpur Dona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narangpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narangpur is 029855. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 144702 pincode. Shahkot is the nearest town.
Narangpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narangpur
According to the 2011 Census, Narangpur village had a total population of 157 people, including 81 males and 76 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.23%, with male literacy at 75.32% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 81 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 58 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 23 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Narangpur
Narangpur 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 Narangpur
Narangpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Narangpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jalandhar to Narangpur 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 Narangpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narangpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Narangpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narangpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narangpur
Where is Narangpur located?
Narangpur village is located in Shahkot Tehsil, Jalandhar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narangpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narangpur is Narangpur Dona.
What is the pincode of Narangpur?
The pincode of Narangpur is 144702.
What is the population of Narangpur?
Narangpur had a total population of 157, including 81 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Narangpur?
Narangpur had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narangpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narangpur was 71.23%. Male literacy was 75.32% and female literacy was 66.67%.