Naurangia - Ramnagar, Pashchim Champaran
Naurangia is a village situated in the Ramnagar subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Naurangia Done serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naurangia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naurangia is 216180. The village covers a total geographical area of 568.1 hectares and falls under the 845106 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Naurangia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Naurangia
As per Census 2011, Naurangia village has a total population of 5,243 people, consisting of 2,634 males and 2,609 females. The village has 965 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 957 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,081 literate and 3,162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 206 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,820 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naurangia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,243 | 2,634 | 2,609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 957 | 479 | 478 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 111 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,820 | 1,864 | 1,956 |
| Literate Population | 2,081 | 1,273 | 808 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,162 | 1,361 | 1,801 |
Nearby Villages of Naurangia
Naurangia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gardi | West | 2.06 km |
| Barwa Dih | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Bairiya Kalan | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Jhajhri | East | 4.17 km |
| Dhayar | East | 4.31 km |
| Gobrahia | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Belatandi | East | 5.23 km |
| Betahni | East | 5.25 km |
| Bhulbhuliya | East | 5.90 km |
| Dokhni | South-East | 7.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naurangia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Naurangia. The nearest railway station is Valmikinagar Rd, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Naurangia is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Naurangia 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 Naurangia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naurangia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Naurangia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naurangia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naurangia
Where is Naurangia located?
Naurangia village is located in Ramnagar Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naurangia?
The Gram Panchayat of Naurangia is Naurangia Done.
What is the pincode of Naurangia?
The pincode of Naurangia is 845106.
What is the population of Naurangia?
Naurangia has a total population of 5,243, including 2,634 males and 2,609 females.
How many households are there in Naurangia?
There are 965 households in Naurangia.
What is the literacy rate in Naurangia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naurangia is 39.69%. Male literacy is 48.33% and female literacy is 30.97%.