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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Narda
According to the 2011 Census, Narda village had a total population of 4,257 people, including 2,214 males and 2,043 females, living in 839 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.00%, with male literacy at 57.23% and female literacy at 40.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 101.
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 | 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 had a total population of 4,257, including 2,214 males and 2,043 females.
How many households are there in Narda?
Narda had 839 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narda was 49.00%. Male literacy was 57.23% and female literacy was 40.17%.