Naraina - Chenari, Rohtas
Naraina is a village situated in the Chenari subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenari and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Naraina village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naraina is 251947. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.8 hectares and falls under the 821104 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Naraina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Naraina
As per Census 2011, Naraina village has a total population of 2,353 people, consisting of 1,229 males and 1,124 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 460 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,358 literate and 995 illiterate residents. Additionally, 876 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naraina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,353 | 1,229 | 1,124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 246 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 876 | 462 | 414 |
| Literate Population | 1,358 | 802 | 556 |
| Illiterate Population | 995 | 427 | 568 |
Nearby Villages of Naraina
Naraina 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belahan | East | 0.95 km |
| Puraini | North | 1.00 km |
| Pataundha | West | 1.03 km |
| Sonbarsa | North | 1.13 km |
| Harnagra | South | 1.13 km |
| Sahasi | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Ghanpura (v) | West | 1.48 km |
| Panapur | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Lachhanpura | South | 1.53 km |
| Semri | North | 1.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naraina
Public transport in the Naraina is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shiu Sagar Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.3 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 Sasaram to Naraina 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 Naraina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naraina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Naraina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naraina 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 Naraina
Where is Naraina located?
Naraina village is located in Chenari Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naraina?
Naraina is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naraina?
The pincode of Naraina is 821104.
What is the population of Naraina?
Naraina has a total population of 2,353, including 1,229 males and 1,124 females.
How many households are there in Naraina?
There are 349 households in Naraina.
What is the literacy rate in Naraina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naraina is 57.71%. Male literacy is 65.26% and female literacy is 49.47%.