Naroa - Bicholim, North Goa
Naroa is a village situated in the Bicholim taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bicholim and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Naroa village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naroa is 626755. The village covers a total geographical area of 801.45 hectares and falls under the 403504 pincode.
Naroa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bicholim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naroa
According to the 2011 Census, Naroa village had a total population of 1,897 people, including 952 males and 945 females, living in 419 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.61%, with male literacy at 93.49% and female literacy at 79.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 174.
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 | 1,897 | 952 | 945 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 77 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 81 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 1,514 | 818 | 696 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 134 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Naroa
Naroa 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 Naroa
Naroa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Naroa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panaji to Naroa is about 15 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 Naroa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naroa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Naroa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naroa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naroa
Where is Naroa located?
Naroa village is located in Bicholim Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Naroa?
Naroa is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naroa?
The pincode of Naroa is 403504.
What is the population of Naroa?
Naroa had a total population of 1,897, including 952 males and 945 females.
How many households are there in Naroa?
Naroa had 419 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naroa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naroa was 86.61%. Male literacy was 93.49% and female literacy was 79.73%.