Narkatia - Ramnagar, Pashchim Champaran
Narkatia is a village situated in the Ramnagar subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Bankatwa Karmahiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narkatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narkatia is 216197. The village covers a total geographical area of 210 hectares and falls under the 845105 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 50 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 1,217 people, consisting of 612 males and 605 females. The village has 256 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 588 literate and 629 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,172 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narkatia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,217 | 612 | 605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 109 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,172 | 589 | 583 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 373 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 629 | 239 | 390 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kataha | East | 1.45 km |
| Banarha | North-East | 1.72 km |
| Dokhni | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Sitalbari | East | 4.26 km |
| Gobrahia | North-West | 5.76 km |
| Raghia | East | 6.18 km |
| Banbari | South-East | 6.84 km |
| Belatandi | North | 7.09 km |
| Bairiya Kalan | North-West | 7.12 km |
| Barwa Dih | North-West | 7.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narkatia
Public transport in the Narkatia is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Valmikinagar Rd, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Narkatia is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Narkatia is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Narkatia
Where is Narkatia located?
Narkatia village is located in Ramnagar Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narkatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Narkatia is Bankatwa Karmahiya.
What is the pincode of Narkatia?
The pincode of Narkatia is 845105.
What is the population of Narkatia?
Narkatia has a total population of 1,217, including 612 males and 605 females.
How many households are there in Narkatia?
There are 256 households in Narkatia.
What is the literacy rate in Narkatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narkatia is 48.32%. Male literacy is 60.95% and female literacy is 35.54%.