Narsingh Dhar - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Narsingh Dhar is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 30 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Semwalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narsingh Dhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narsingh Dhar is 043855. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.87 hectares and falls under the 249130 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Narsingh Dhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narsingh Dhar
According to the 2011 Census, Narsingh Dhar village had a total population of 159 people, including 76 males and 83 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.10%, with male literacy at 95.31% and female literacy at 73.08%.
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 | 159 | 76 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 15 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Narsingh Dhar
Narsingh Dhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salampur | South | 0.67 km |
| Selur | North | 0.92 km |
| Maseth | North-East | 1.09 km |
| Baunr | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Kirgani | South | 1.70 km |
| Gangwan Gaon | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Churerna | North | 1.85 km |
| Indar | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Gagar Gaon | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Jaulangi | East | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narsingh Dhar
Narsingh Dhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.9 km.
| 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 Chamba to Narsingh Dhar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Narsingh Dhar is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narsingh Dhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narsingh Dhar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Narsingh Dhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narsingh Dhar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Narsingh Dhar
Where is Narsingh Dhar located?
Narsingh Dhar village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narsingh Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Narsingh Dhar is Semwalgaon.
What is the pincode of Narsingh Dhar?
The pincode of Narsingh Dhar is 249130.
What is the population of Narsingh Dhar?
Narsingh Dhar had a total population of 159, including 76 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Narsingh Dhar?
Narsingh Dhar had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narsingh Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narsingh Dhar was 83.10%. Male literacy was 95.31% and female literacy was 73.08%.