Naulakhi - Banmankhi, Purnia
Naulakhi is a village situated in the Banmankhi subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banmankhi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Naulakhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naulakhi is 223087. The village covers a total geographical area of 906 hectares and falls under the 854202 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Naulakhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Naulakhi
According to the 2011 Census, Naulakhi village had a total population of 7,005 people, including 3,666 males and 3,339 females, living in 1,403 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.61%, with male literacy at 56.89% and female literacy at 35.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,979.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,005 | 3,666 | 3,339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,408 | 729 | 679 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,979 | 1,017 | 962 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,609 | 1,671 | 938 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,396 | 1,995 | 2,401 |
Nearby Villages of Naulakhi
Naulakhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandpur Bhagha | South | 2.60 km |
| Gangapur | East | 3.26 km |
| Dhurup Bilas | East | 4.09 km |
| Jhangar Tola | South-East | 4.66 km |
| Maharajganj | North-East | 4.77 km |
| Srinagar Badh | South-East | 5.77 km |
| Rajuadih | East | 6.36 km |
| Sahoria Subhai | South-East | 6.49 km |
| Ekraha | East | 6.86 km |
| Ekraha Milik | East | 7.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naulakhi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Naulakhi. The nearest railway station is Murliganj, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 123.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Murliganj to Naulakhi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purnia to Naulakhi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naulakhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naulakhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Naulakhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naulakhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naulakhi
Where is Naulakhi located?
Naulakhi village is located in Banmankhi Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naulakhi?
Naulakhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naulakhi?
The pincode of Naulakhi is 854202.
What is the population of Naulakhi?
Naulakhi had a total population of 7,005, including 3,666 males and 3,339 females.
How many households are there in Naulakhi?
Naulakhi had 1,403 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naulakhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naulakhi was 46.61%. Male literacy was 56.89% and female literacy was 35.26%.