Narma - Alinagar, Darbhanga
Narma is a village situated in the Alinagar subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alinagar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Narma Navnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narma is 227230. The village covers a total geographical area of 204 hectares and falls under the 847405 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Narma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narma
As per Census 2011, Narma village has a total population of 2,818 people, consisting of 1,460 males and 1,358 females. The village has 502 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 518 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,350 literate and 1,468 illiterate residents. Additionally, 560 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,818 | 1,460 | 1,358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 518 | 280 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 560 | 286 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,350 | 816 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,468 | 644 | 824 |
Nearby Villages of Narma
Narma 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 Narma
Narma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Narma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Benipur to Narma is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Narma is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Narma
Where is Narma located?
Narma village is located in Alinagar Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narma?
The Gram Panchayat of Narma is Narma Navnagar.
What is the pincode of Narma?
The pincode of Narma is 847405.
What is the population of Narma?
Narma has a total population of 2,818, including 1,460 males and 1,358 females.
How many households are there in Narma?
There are 502 households in Narma.
What is the literacy rate in Narma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narma is 47.91%. Male literacy is 55.89% and female literacy is 39.32%.