Narava - Gantyada, Vizianagaram
Narava is a village situated in the Gantyada mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gantyada and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Narava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narava is 582945. The village covers a total geographical area of 341 hectares and falls under the 535215 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Narava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narava
As per Census 2011, Narava village has a total population of 2,854 people, consisting of 1,517 males and 1,337 females. The village has 634 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 278 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,728 literate and 1,126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 350 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,854 | 1,517 | 1,337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 138 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 182 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,728 | 1,094 | 634 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,126 | 423 | 703 |
Nearby Villages of Narava
Narava 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ravivalasa | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Nandam | North | 1.85 km |
| Kotarubilli | West | 1.85 km |
| Ramavaram | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Neelavathi | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Gunkalam | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Karakavalasa | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Siripuram | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Jaggapuram | North | 3.53 km |
| Dwarapudi | East | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narava
Narava is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vizianagram Jn, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vizianagaram to Narava is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Narava is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narava village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narava
Where is Narava located?
Narava village is located in Gantyada Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narava?
Narava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narava?
The pincode of Narava is 535215.
What is the population of Narava?
Narava has a total population of 2,854, including 1,517 males and 1,337 females.
How many households are there in Narava?
There are 634 households in Narava.
What is the literacy rate in Narava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narava is 60.55%. Male literacy is 72.12% and female literacy is 47.42%.