Narwan - Manjhi, Saran
Narwan is a village situated in the Manjhi subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manjhi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Mobarakpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narwan is 233350. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 841209 pincode. Siwan is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Narwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya 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 Narwan
According to the 2011 Census, Narwan village had a total population of 1,005 people, including 509 males and 496 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.65%, with male literacy at 78.59% and female literacy at 58.17%.
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 | 1,005 | 509 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 70 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 587 | 345 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 164 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Narwan
Narwan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Narwan
Narwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Narwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Siwan to Narwan is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Narwan is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Narwan
Where is Narwan located?
Narwan village is located in Manjhi Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Narwan is Mobarakpur.
What is the pincode of Narwan?
The pincode of Narwan is 841209.
What is the population of Narwan?
Narwan had a total population of 1,005, including 509 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Narwan?
Narwan had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narwan was 68.65%. Male literacy was 78.59% and female literacy was 58.17%.