Narchahi - Mayur Hand, Chatra
Narchahi is a village situated in the Mayur Hand subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mayurhand and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Kadganwa Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narchahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narchahi is 349138. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.76 hectares and falls under the 825408 pincode.
Narchahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narchahi
According to the 2011 Census, Narchahi village had a total population of 596 people, including 290 males and 306 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.53%, with male literacy at 73.47% and female literacy at 55.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 278.
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 | 596 | 290 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 45 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 138 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 180 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 110 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Narchahi
Narchahi 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 Narchahi
Narchahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Narchahi is about 50 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 Narchahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narchahi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narchahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narchahi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Narchahi
Where is Narchahi located?
Narchahi village is located in Mayur Hand Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narchahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Narchahi is Kadganwa Kala.
What is the pincode of Narchahi?
The pincode of Narchahi is 825408.
What is the population of Narchahi?
Narchahi had a total population of 596, including 290 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Narchahi?
Narchahi had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narchahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narchahi was 64.53%. Male literacy was 73.47% and female literacy was 55.91%.