Naughar - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Naughar is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 82 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Naughar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naughar is 044279. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.85 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Naughar 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 Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naughar
According to the 2011 Census, Naughar village had a total population of 469 people, including 234 males and 235 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.68%, with male literacy at 88.06% and female literacy at 63.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122.
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 | 469 | 234 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 61 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 177 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 57 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Naughar
Naughar 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 Naughar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Naughar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Naughar is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Naughar is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naughar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naughar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naughar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naughar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naughar
Where is Naughar located?
Naughar village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naughar?
Naughar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naughar?
The pincode of Naughar is 249180.
What is the population of Naughar?
Naughar had a total population of 469, including 234 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Naughar?
Naughar had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naughar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naughar was 75.68%. Male literacy was 88.06% and female literacy was 63.37%.