Nargada - Barhara, Bhojpur
Nargada is a village situated in the Barhara subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhara and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Nargada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nargada is 246826. The village covers a total geographical area of 259 hectares and falls under the 802351 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Nargada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nargada
As per Census 2011, Nargada village has a total population of 2,771 people, consisting of 1,467 males and 1,304 females. The village has 411 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 410 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,785 literate and 986 illiterate residents. Additionally, 429 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nargada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,771 | 1,467 | 1,304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 410 | 217 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 429 | 220 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 1,785 | 1,123 | 662 |
| Illiterate Population | 986 | 344 | 642 |
Nearby Villages of Nargada
Nargada 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 Nargada
Nargada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Arrah to Nargada is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nargada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nargada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nargada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nargada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nargada
Where is Nargada located?
Nargada village is located in Barhara Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nargada?
Nargada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nargada?
The pincode of Nargada is 802351.
What is the population of Nargada?
Nargada has a total population of 2,771, including 1,467 males and 1,304 females.
How many households are there in Nargada?
There are 411 households in Nargada.
What is the literacy rate in Nargada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nargada is 64.42%. Male literacy is 76.55% and female literacy is 50.77%.