Narhi - Koilwar, Bhojpur
Narhi is a village situated in the Koilwar subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koilwar and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Sakaddi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narhi is 246955. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 802161 pincode. Koilwar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Narhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sandesh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narhi
According to the 2011 Census, Narhi village had a total population of 3,909 people, including 2,081 males and 1,828 females, living in 662 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.76%, with male literacy at 87.28% and female literacy at 62.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 487, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 3,909 | 2,081 | 1,828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 662 | 359 | 303 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 258 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,460 | 1,503 | 957 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,449 | 578 | 871 |
Nearby Villages of Narhi
Narhi 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 Narhi
Narhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Narhi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koilwar to Narhi is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Narhi is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Narhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narhi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Narhi
Where is Narhi located?
Narhi village is located in Koilwar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Narhi is Sakaddi.
What is the pincode of Narhi?
The pincode of Narhi is 802161.
What is the population of Narhi?
Narhi had a total population of 3,909, including 2,081 males and 1,828 females.
How many households are there in Narhi?
Narhi had 662 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narhi was 75.76%. Male literacy was 87.28% and female literacy was 62.75%.