Narda - Puraini, Madhepura
Narda is a village situated in the Puraini subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraini and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Nardah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narda is 226156. The village covers a total geographical area of 327 hectares and falls under the 852116 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Narda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narda
As per Census 2011, Narda village has a total population of 4,257 people, consisting of 2,214 males and 2,043 females. The village has 839 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 902 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,644 literate and 2,613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,257 | 2,214 | 2,043 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 902 | 477 | 425 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 49 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 1,644 | 994 | 650 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,613 | 1,220 | 1,393 |
Nearby Villages of Narda
Narda 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 Narda
Narda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murliganj to Narda is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Narda is about 35 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 Narda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Narda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Narda
Where is Narda located?
Narda village is located in Puraini Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narda?
The Gram Panchayat of Narda is Nardah.
What is the pincode of Narda?
The pincode of Narda is 852116.
What is the population of Narda?
Narda has a total population of 4,257, including 2,214 males and 2,043 females.
How many households are there in Narda?
There are 839 households in Narda.
What is the literacy rate in Narda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narda is 38.62%. Male literacy is 44.90% and female literacy is 31.82%.