Narthan - Olpad, Surat
Narthan is a village situated in the Olpad taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Olpad and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Narthan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narthan is 523774. The village covers a total geographical area of 577.59 hectares and falls under the 395005 pincode. Surat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Narthan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narthan
As per Census 2011, Narthan village has a total population of 1,237 people, consisting of 634 males and 603 females. The village has 288 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 942 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 382 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narthan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,237 | 634 | 603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 58 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 382 | 198 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 942 | 509 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 125 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Narthan
Narthan 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 Narthan
Narthan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Surat to Narthan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narthan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narthan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narthan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narthan 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narthan
Where is Narthan located?
Narthan village is located in Olpad Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narthan?
Narthan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narthan?
The pincode of Narthan is 395005.
What is the population of Narthan?
Narthan has a total population of 1,237, including 634 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Narthan?
There are 288 households in Narthan.
What is the literacy rate in Narthan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narthan is 76.15%. Male literacy is 80.28% and female literacy is 71.81%.