Naharnia - Harlakhi, Madhubani
Naharnia is a village situated in the Harlakhi subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harlakhi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Naharnia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naharnia is 219856. The village covers a total geographical area of 369.4 hectares and falls under the 847240 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Naharnia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Naharnia
As per Census 2011, Naharnia village has a total population of 4,237 people, consisting of 2,162 males and 2,075 females. The village has 707 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 790 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,846 literate and 2,391 illiterate residents. Additionally, 270 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naharnia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,237 | 2,162 | 2,075 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 790 | 377 | 413 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 130 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 1,846 | 1,148 | 698 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,391 | 1,014 | 1,377 |
Nearby Villages of Naharnia
Naharnia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasera | South | 1.06 km |
| Birta | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Mahadeopatti | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Potgah | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Umgaon | South | 2.63 km |
| Mohanpur | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Sothgaon | South | 4.34 km |
| Suhpur | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Kaurna | East | 4.77 km |
| Kamlapatpatti | East | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naharnia
Naharnia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jaynagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jainagar to Naharnia is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Naharnia is about 40 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 Naharnia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naharnia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Naharnia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naharnia 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Naharnia
Where is Naharnia located?
Naharnia village is located in Harlakhi Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naharnia?
Naharnia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naharnia?
The pincode of Naharnia is 847240.
What is the population of Naharnia?
Naharnia has a total population of 4,237, including 2,162 males and 2,075 females.
How many households are there in Naharnia?
There are 707 households in Naharnia.
What is the literacy rate in Naharnia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naharnia is 43.57%. Male literacy is 53.10% and female literacy is 33.64%.