Narayan Bagad - Narayanbagar, Chamoli
Narayan Bagad is a village situated in the Narayanbagar tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Tharali and around 70 km from Gopeshwar. Narayan Bagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narayan Bagad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayan Bagad is 041567. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.6 hectares and falls under the 246455 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Narayan Bagad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narayan Bagad
According to the 2011 Census, Narayan Bagad village had a total population of 362 people, including 186 males and 176 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.33%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 75.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 362 | 186 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 165 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 21 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Narayan Bagad
Narayan Bagad 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 Narayan Bagad
Narayan Bagad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Narayan Bagad is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Narayan Bagad is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narayan Bagad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narayan Bagad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Narayan Bagad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narayan Bagad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narayan Bagad
Where is Narayan Bagad located?
Narayan Bagad village is located in Narayanbagar Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narayan Bagad?
The Gram Panchayat of Narayan Bagad is Narayan Bagar.
What is the pincode of Narayan Bagad?
The pincode of Narayan Bagad is 246455.
What is the population of Narayan Bagad?
Narayan Bagad had a total population of 362, including 186 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Narayan Bagad?
Narayan Bagad had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narayan Bagad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayan Bagad was 88.33%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 75.66%.