Narh - Dwarahat, Almora
Narh is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Faldwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narh is 052623. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.54 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Narh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narh
As per Census 2011, Narh village has a total population of 84 people, consisting of 39 males and 45 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 1,153 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 57 literate and 27 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 8 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Narh
Narh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tumari | North | 0.79 km |
| Faldwari | South | 0.84 km |
| Bayela | East | 1.06 km |
| Sagnate | South-West | 1.16 km |
| Walna | South | 1.94 km |
| Batkote Guth Nagarjun | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Bhuwali | West | 2.14 km |
| Chora | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Nar Singh | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Khari | South-East | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narh
Public transport in the Narh is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.2 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dwarahat to Narh is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Narh is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narh 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Narh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narh 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narh
Where is Narh located?
Narh village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narh?
The Gram Panchayat of Narh is Faldwari.
What is the pincode of Narh?
The pincode of Narh is 263653.
What is the population of Narh?
Narh has a total population of 84, including 39 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Narh?
There are 21 households in Narh.
What is the literacy rate in Narh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narh is 67.86%. Male literacy is 79.49% and female literacy is 57.78%.