Narkunda - Baheri, Bareilly
Narkunda is a village situated in the Baheri tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baheri and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Chak Narkunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narkunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narkunda is 129333. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.08 hectares and falls under the 243201 pincode.
Narkunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baheri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pilibhit Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narkunda
As per Census 2011, Narkunda village has a total population of 620 people, consisting of 326 males and 294 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 359 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narkunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 620 | 326 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 38 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 213 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 113 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Narkunda
Narkunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tilmanchi | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Dhamipur | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Chak Narkunda | North-East | 1.35 km |
| Jamkhajoor | East | 1.59 km |
| Raju Nagala | West | 1.78 km |
| Girdharpur | South | 1.97 km |
| Itavadhura | North | 2.55 km |
| Bahudanpur | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Thiriya Nawazishpur | South | 2.72 km |
| Panwaria | West | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narkunda
Narkunda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Richha Road, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bareilly to Narkunda is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narkunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narkunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Narkunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narkunda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narkunda
Where is Narkunda located?
Narkunda village is located in Baheri Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narkunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Narkunda is Chak Narkunda.
What is the pincode of Narkunda?
The pincode of Narkunda is 243201.
What is the population of Narkunda?
Narkunda has a total population of 620, including 326 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Narkunda?
There are 96 households in Narkunda.
What is the literacy rate in Narkunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narkunda is 57.90%. Male literacy is 65.34% and female literacy is 49.66%.