Narchakalan - Itkhori, Chatra
Narchakalan is a village situated in the Itkhori subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itkhori and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Nawada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narchakalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narchakalan is 349028. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.26 hectares and falls under the 825408 pincode.
Narchakalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Narchakalan
According to the 2011 Census, Narchakalan village had a total population of 223 people, including 98 males and 125 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,276 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.68%, with male literacy at 48.24% and female literacy at 32.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114.
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 | 223 | 98 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 13 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 54 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 57 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Narchakalan
Narchakalan 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 Narchakalan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Narchakalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Narchakalan is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narchakalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narchakalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Narchakalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narchakalan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narchakalan
Where is Narchakalan located?
Narchakalan village is located in Itkhori Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narchakalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Narchakalan is Nawada.
What is the pincode of Narchakalan?
The pincode of Narchakalan is 825408.
What is the population of Narchakalan?
Narchakalan had a total population of 223, including 98 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Narchakalan?
Narchakalan had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narchakalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narchakalan was 39.68%. Male literacy was 48.24% and female literacy was 32.69%.