Naloh - Dhar Kalan, Pathankot
Naloh is a village situated in the Dhar Kalan tehsil of Pathankot district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from Dhar Kalan and around 75 km from Gurdaspur. Naloh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naloh is 027382. The village covers a total geographical area of 1014 hectares and falls under the 145022 pincode. Pathankot is the nearest town.
Naloh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathankot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naloh
According to the 2011 Census, Naloh village had a total population of 2,233 people, including 1,154 males and 1,079 females, living in 382 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.53%, with male literacy at 84.34% and female literacy at 70.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 637.
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 | 2,233 | 1,154 | 1,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 164 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 637 | 321 | 316 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,487 | 835 | 652 |
| Illiterate Population | 746 | 319 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Naloh
Naloh 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 Naloh
Naloh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gurdaspur to Naloh is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naloh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naloh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naloh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naloh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naloh
Where is Naloh located?
Naloh village is located in Dhar Kalan Tehsil, Pathankot district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naloh?
Naloh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naloh?
The pincode of Naloh is 145022.
What is the population of Naloh?
Naloh had a total population of 2,233, including 1,154 males and 1,079 females.
How many households are there in Naloh?
Naloh had 382 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naloh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naloh was 77.53%. Male literacy was 84.34% and female literacy was 70.26%.