Naua - Tarari, Bhojpur
Naua is a village situated in the Tarari subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarari and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Chakiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naua is 247708. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 802204 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Naua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Naua
According to the 2011 Census, Naua village had a total population of 1,761 people, including 929 males and 832 females, living in 241 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.84%, with male literacy at 89.42% and female literacy at 67.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 264.
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 | 1,761 | 929 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 135 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 143 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,185 | 710 | 475 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 219 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Naua
Naua 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 Naua
Public transport in the Naua is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Naua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Naua is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Naua is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Naua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Naua
Where is Naua located?
Naua village is located in Tarari Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naua?
The Gram Panchayat of Naua is Chakiya.
What is the pincode of Naua?
The pincode of Naua is 802204.
What is the population of Naua?
Naua had a total population of 1,761, including 929 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Naua?
Naua had 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naua was 78.84%. Male literacy was 89.42% and female literacy was 67.00%.