Naranga - Parihar, Sitamarhi
Naranga is a village situated in the Parihar subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parihar and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Naranga Dakshini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naranga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naranga is 219122. The village covers a total geographical area of 1963 hectares and falls under the 843324 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Naranga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Naranga
As per Census 2011, Naranga village has a total population of 25,366 people, consisting of 13,397 males and 11,969 females. The village has 5,591 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 5,304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,807 literate and 16,559 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,994 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naranga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,366 | 13,397 | 11,969 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5,304 | 2,758 | 2,546 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,994 | 2,132 | 1,862 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 8,807 | 5,892 | 2,915 |
| Illiterate Population | 16,559 | 7,505 | 9,054 |
Nearby Villages of Naranga
Naranga 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 Naranga
Public transport in the Naranga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sitamarhi to Naranga is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naranga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naranga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Naranga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naranga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Naranga
Where is Naranga located?
Naranga village is located in Parihar Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naranga?
The Gram Panchayat of Naranga is Naranga Dakshini.
What is the pincode of Naranga?
The pincode of Naranga is 843324.
What is the population of Naranga?
Naranga has a total population of 25,366, including 13,397 males and 11,969 females.
How many households are there in Naranga?
There are 5,591 households in Naranga.
What is the literacy rate in Naranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naranga is 34.72%. Male literacy is 43.98% and female literacy is 24.35%.