Narmana - Jamjodhpur, Jamnagar
Narmana is a village situated in the Jamjodhpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamjodhapur and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Narmana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narmana is 514111. The village covers a total geographical area of 1863.75 hectares and falls under the 360520 pincode. Jamjodhpur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Narmana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narmana
According to the 2011 Census, Narmana village had a total population of 1,999 people, including 985 males and 1,014 females, living in 418 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.68%, with male literacy at 80.09% and female literacy at 65.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 310.
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 | 1,999 | 985 | 1,014 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 101 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 160 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,309 | 708 | 601 |
| Illiterate Population | 690 | 277 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Narmana
Narmana 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 Narmana
Narmana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jamjodhpur to Narmana is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Narmana is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narmana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narmana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Narmana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narmana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narmana
Where is Narmana located?
Narmana village is located in Jamjodhpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narmana?
Narmana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narmana?
The pincode of Narmana is 360520.
What is the population of Narmana?
Narmana had a total population of 1,999, including 985 males and 1,014 females.
How many households are there in Narmana?
Narmana had 418 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narmana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narmana was 72.68%. Male literacy was 80.09% and female literacy was 65.54%.