Naroa - Tiswadi, North Goa
Naroa is a village situated in the Tiswadi taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 16 km from Panaji, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sao Matias serves as the Village Panchayat for Naroa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naroa is 626712. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.27 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 Maem 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 487 people, including 239 males and 248 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.73%, with male literacy at 95.07% and female literacy at 86.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 487 | 239 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 212 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 27 | 49 |
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
Public transport in the Naroa is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Naroa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Panaji to Naroa is about 16 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naroa
Where is Naroa located?
Naroa village is located in Tiswadi Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Naroa?
The Village Panchayat of Naroa is Sao Matias.
What is the pincode of Naroa?
The pincode of Naroa is 403504.
What is the population of Naroa?
Naroa had a total population of 487, including 239 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Naroa?
Naroa had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naroa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naroa was 90.73%. Male literacy was 95.07% and female literacy was 86.52%.