Naren - Areth, Surat
Naren is a village situated in the Areth taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from Mandvi and around 65 km from Surat. Naren village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naren is 524019. The village covers a total geographical area of 933.17 hectares and falls under the 394163 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Naren village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naren
According to the 2011 Census, Naren village had a total population of 2,208 people, including 1,118 males and 1,090 females, living in 461 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.40%, with male literacy at 71.85% and female literacy at 62.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,192.
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 | 2,208 | 1,118 | 1,090 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 109 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,192 | 1,109 | 1,083 |
| Literate Population | 1,346 | 725 | 621 |
| Illiterate Population | 862 | 393 | 469 |
Nearby Villages of Naren
Naren 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 Naren
Naren 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Naren is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Naren is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naren
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naren village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Naren
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naren village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naren
Where is Naren located?
Naren village is located in Areth Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naren?
Naren is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naren?
The pincode of Naren is 394163.
What is the population of Naren?
Naren had a total population of 2,208, including 1,118 males and 1,090 females.
How many households are there in Naren?
Naren had 461 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naren?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naren was 67.40%. Male literacy was 71.85% and female literacy was 62.85%.