Narawn - Garkha, Saran
Narawn is a village situated in the Garkha subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garkha and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Jalal Basant serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narawn village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narawn is 234414. The village covers a total geographical area of 763.63 hectares and falls under the 841216 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Narawn village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narawn
As per Census 2011, Narawn village has a total population of 8,080 people, consisting of 4,009 males and 4,071 females. The village has 1,225 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,448 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,137 literate and 3,943 illiterate residents. Additionally, 803 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narawn are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,080 | 4,009 | 4,071 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,448 | 749 | 699 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 803 | 409 | 394 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,137 | 2,467 | 1,670 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,943 | 1,542 | 2,401 |
Nearby Villages of Narawn
Narawn 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopalpur | East | 0.98 km |
| Chhot Jhaua | East | 1.47 km |
| Muraudpur | East | 1.91 km |
| Haqiuatpur | East | 2.16 km |
| Tal Kechuli | North | 2.21 km |
| Mainpuri | East | 2.48 km |
| Panchpatia | East | 2.85 km |
| Jhaua | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Ram Kola | North | 3.11 km |
| Kudar Bandha | North-East | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narawn
Narawn is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Baragopal, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Narawn is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Narawn is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narawn
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narawn village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Narawn
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narawn 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narawn
Where is Narawn located?
Narawn village is located in Garkha Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narawn?
The Gram Panchayat of Narawn is Jalal Basant.
What is the pincode of Narawn?
The pincode of Narawn is 841216.
What is the population of Narawn?
Narawn has a total population of 8,080, including 4,009 males and 4,071 females.
How many households are there in Narawn?
There are 1,225 households in Narawn.
What is the literacy rate in Narawn?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narawn is 51.20%. Male literacy is 61.54% and female literacy is 41.02%.