Narma - Hulasganj, Jehanabad
Narma is a village situated in the Hulasganj subdivision of Jehanabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hulasganj and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jehanabad . Khudauri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narma is 260581. The village covers a total geographical area of 372 hectares and falls under the 804407 pincode. Jehanabad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Narma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghosi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narma
As per Census 2011, Narma village has a total population of 2,483 people, consisting of 1,335 males and 1,148 females. The village has 464 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 391 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,600 literate and 883 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,483 | 1,335 | 1,148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 226 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 94 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,600 | 970 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 883 | 365 | 518 |
Nearby Villages of Narma
Narma is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghunathpur | East | 1.75 km |
| Sakiyawan | North | 1.76 km |
| Shaho Bigha | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Bauri | South | 1.92 km |
| Khudauri | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Kure | West | 2.17 km |
| Bolakpur | East | 2.31 km |
| Mirzapur | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Karwa | North | 2.90 km |
| Bakhra | North-West | 2.94 km |
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 Islampur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jehanabad to Narma is about 20 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Narma
Where is Narma located?
Narma village is located in Hulasganj Subdivision, Jehanabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narma?
The Gram Panchayat of Narma is Khudauri.
What is the pincode of Narma?
The pincode of Narma is 804407.
What is the population of Narma?
Narma has a total population of 2,483, including 1,335 males and 1,148 females.
How many households are there in Narma?
There are 464 households in Narma.
What is the literacy rate in Narma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narma is 64.44%. Male literacy is 72.66% and female literacy is 54.88%.