Nargara - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Nargara is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Nargara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nargara is 050624. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.08 hectares and falls under the 263679 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Nargara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nargara
According to the 2011 Census, Nargara village had a total population of 289 people, including 144 males and 145 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.57%, with male literacy at 95.97% and female literacy at 65.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 289 | 144 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 119 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 25 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Nargara
Nargara 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 Nargara
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Nargara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Nargara is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nargara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nargara 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nargara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nargara 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 Nargara
Where is Nargara located?
Nargara village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nargara?
Nargara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nargara?
The pincode of Nargara is 263679.
What is the population of Nargara?
Nargara had a total population of 289, including 144 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Nargara?
Nargara had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nargara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nargara was 80.57%. Male literacy was 95.97% and female literacy was 65.04%.