Narsan Kalan - Narsan, Haridwar
Narsan Kalan is a village situated in the Narsan tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Roorkee and around 52 km from Hardwar. Kalyanpur Urf Narsan Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narsan Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narsan Kalan is 056566. The village covers a total geographical area of 345.93 hectares and falls under the 247670 pincode. Roorkee is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Narsan Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manglore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narsan Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Narsan Kalan village had a total population of 7,131 people, including 3,828 males and 3,303 females, living in 1,223 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.50%, with male literacy at 85.92% and female literacy at 69.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,584, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 7,131 | 3,828 | 3,303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 899 | 489 | 410 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,584 | 1,396 | 1,188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,892 | 2,869 | 2,023 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,239 | 959 | 1,280 |
Nearby Villages of Narsan Kalan
Narsan Kalan 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 Narsan Kalan
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Narsan Kalan. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Narsan Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roorkee to Narsan Kalan is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Narsan Kalan is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narsan Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narsan Kalan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narsan Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narsan Kalan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Narsan Kalan
Where is Narsan Kalan located?
Narsan Kalan village is located in Narsan Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narsan Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Narsan Kalan is Kalyanpur Urf Narsan Kalan.
What is the pincode of Narsan Kalan?
The pincode of Narsan Kalan is 247670.
What is the population of Narsan Kalan?
Narsan Kalan had a total population of 7,131, including 3,828 males and 3,303 females.
How many households are there in Narsan Kalan?
Narsan Kalan had 1,223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narsan Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narsan Kalan was 78.50%. Male literacy was 85.92% and female literacy was 69.93%.