Narpalia - Manjhi, Saran
Narpalia is a village situated in the Manjhi subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manjhi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Sonbarsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narpalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narpalia is 233426. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 841313 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Narpalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manjhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maharajganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narpalia
As per Census 2011, Narpalia village has a total population of 1,612 people, consisting of 814 males and 798 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 971 literate and 641 illiterate residents. Additionally, 357 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narpalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,612 | 814 | 798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 147 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 357 | 189 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 971 | 554 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 641 | 260 | 381 |
Nearby Villages of Narpalia
Narpalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Qazi | West | 0.40 km |
| Makhdum Ganj | West | 0.81 km |
| Nawalpur | North | 1.14 km |
| Sonbarsa | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Dhaurahra | East | 1.90 km |
| Chakia | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Manjhi Ansh | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Jazira | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Gauri | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Patkhauli | North-East | 2.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narpalia
Narpalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Manjhi, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chapra to Narpalia is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Narpalia 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 Narpalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narpalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narpalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narpalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narpalia
Where is Narpalia located?
Narpalia village is located in Manjhi Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narpalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Narpalia is Sonbarsa.
What is the pincode of Narpalia?
The pincode of Narpalia is 841313.
What is the population of Narpalia?
Narpalia has a total population of 1,612, including 814 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Narpalia?
There are 268 households in Narpalia.
What is the literacy rate in Narpalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narpalia is 60.24%. Male literacy is 68.06% and female literacy is 52.26%.