Naranga - Palasi, Araria
Naranga is a village situated in the Palasi subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palasi and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Nakta Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naranga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naranga is 222047. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.06 hectares and falls under the 854333 pincode. Araria is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Naranga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jokihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Araria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naranga
According to the 2011 Census, Naranga village had a total population of 629 people, including 330 males and 299 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.40%, with male literacy at 71.32% and female literacy at 36.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 218.
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 | 629 | 330 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 65 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 110 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 189 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 141 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Naranga
Naranga 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 Naranga
Naranga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Araria to Naranga is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naranga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naranga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Naranga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naranga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naranga
Where is Naranga located?
Naranga village is located in Palasi Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naranga?
The Gram Panchayat of Naranga is Nakta Khurd.
What is the pincode of Naranga?
The pincode of Naranga is 854333.
What is the population of Naranga?
Naranga had a total population of 629, including 330 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Naranga?
Naranga had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naranga was 54.40%. Male literacy was 71.32% and female literacy was 36.18%.