Noaon - Dumraon, Buxar
Noaon is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Nuaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Noaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Noaon is 248157. The village covers a total geographical area of 716.7 hectares and falls under the 802111 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Noaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dumraon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buxar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Noaon
According to the 2011 Census, Noaon village had a total population of 5,698 people, including 2,995 males and 2,703 females, living in 940 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.54%, with male literacy at 73.76% and female literacy at 45.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,241, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 179.
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 | 5,698 | 2,995 | 2,703 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,063 | 567 | 496 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,241 | 664 | 577 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 86 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 2,806 | 1,791 | 1,015 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,892 | 1,204 | 1,688 |
Nearby Villages of Noaon
Noaon 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 Noaon
Noaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Noaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Noaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Noaon is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Noaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Noaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Noaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Noaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Noaon
Where is Noaon located?
Noaon village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Noaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Noaon is Nuaon.
What is the pincode of Noaon?
The pincode of Noaon is 802111.
What is the population of Noaon?
Noaon had a total population of 5,698, including 2,995 males and 2,703 females.
How many households are there in Noaon?
Noaon had 940 households.
What is the literacy rate in Noaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Noaon was 60.54%. Male literacy was 73.76% and female literacy was 45.99%.