Narma - Bochaha, Muzaffarpur
Narma is a village situated in the Bochaha subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bochaha and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Narma village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narma is 228850. The village covers a total geographical area of 961.9 hectares and falls under the 843129 pincode. Muzaffarpur is the nearest town, located about 22 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 Minapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vaishali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narma
As per Census 2011, Narma village has a total population of 13,337 people, consisting of 7,041 males and 6,296 females. The village has 3,119 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,546 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,713 literate and 6,624 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,413 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,337 | 7,041 | 6,296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,546 | 1,332 | 1,214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,413 | 747 | 666 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 6,713 | 3,835 | 2,878 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,624 | 3,206 | 3,418 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhawanipur | North | 1.72 km |
| Punarwarasham | South | 1.80 km |
| Bakhri Barkhurdar | South | 2.19 km |
| Baram Jiwar Tara Jiwar | North | 2.29 km |
| Madarpur Jairam | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Adampur Nisf 1st | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Simri Basant | East | 2.42 km |
| Madaripur Karan | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Kafain Chaudhari | South | 3.12 km |
| Mohabegpur Urf Narkatia | South-East | 3.15 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 Paramjeevar Tarajeevar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muzaffarpur to Narma is about 22 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narma
Where is Narma located?
Narma village is located in Bochaha Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narma?
Narma is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narma?
The pincode of Narma is 843129.
What is the population of Narma?
Narma has a total population of 13,337, including 7,041 males and 6,296 females.
How many households are there in Narma?
There are 3,119 households in Narma.
What is the literacy rate in Narma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narma is 50.33%. Male literacy is 54.47% and female literacy is 45.71%.