Narkatia - Basopatti, Madhubani
Narkatia is a village situated in the Basopatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basopatti and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Marhiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narkatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narkatia is 219914. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.6 hectares and falls under the 847225 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Narkatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narkatia
As per Census 2011, Narkatia village has a total population of 3,726 people, consisting of 1,949 males and 1,777 females. The village has 677 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 710 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,608 literate and 2,118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 742 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narkatia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,726 | 1,949 | 1,777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 710 | 353 | 357 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 742 | 372 | 370 |
| Literate Population | 1,608 | 999 | 609 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,118 | 950 | 1,168 |
Nearby Villages of Narkatia
Narkatia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arghawa | South | 1.42 km |
| Manmohan | West | 1.60 km |
| Marhia | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Hathapur | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Phent | West | 3.06 km |
| Barantpur | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Selibeli | East | 3.42 km |
| Pursaulia | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Barhamotar | East | 4.00 km |
| Patauna | West | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narkatia
Narkatia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jaynagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jainagar to Narkatia is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Narkatia 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 Narkatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narkatia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narkatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narkatia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Narkatia
Where is Narkatia located?
Narkatia village is located in Basopatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narkatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Narkatia is Marhiya.
What is the pincode of Narkatia?
The pincode of Narkatia is 847225.
What is the population of Narkatia?
Narkatia has a total population of 3,726, including 1,949 males and 1,777 females.
How many households are there in Narkatia?
There are 677 households in Narkatia.
What is the literacy rate in Narkatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narkatia is 43.16%. Male literacy is 51.26% and female literacy is 34.27%.