Narayanpuri - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Narayanpuri is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Beef serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narayanpuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayanpuri is 040349. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.31 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Narayanpuri 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 Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narayanpuri
According to the 2011 Census, Narayanpuri village had a total population of 476 people, including 230 males and 246 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.26%, with male literacy at 92.82% and female literacy at 67.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 192.
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 | 476 | 230 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 35 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 94 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 181 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 49 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Narayanpuri
Narayanpuri 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 Narayanpuri
Narayanpuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Barkot to Narayanpuri is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Narayanpuri is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narayanpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narayanpuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narayanpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narayanpuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narayanpuri
Where is Narayanpuri located?
Narayanpuri village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narayanpuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Narayanpuri is Beef.
What is the pincode of Narayanpuri?
The pincode of Narayanpuri is 249141.
What is the population of Narayanpuri?
Narayanpuri had a total population of 476, including 230 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Narayanpuri?
Narayanpuri had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narayanpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayanpuri was 80.26%. Male literacy was 92.82% and female literacy was 67.69%.