Naranga - Erki(Tamar Ii), Khunti
Naranga is a village situated in the Erki(Tamar Ii) subdivision of Khunti district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Erki (tamar Ii) and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Khunti. Kochang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naranga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naranga is 375332. The village covers a total geographical area of 328.27 hectares and falls under the 835210 pincode.
Naranga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Naranga
According to the 2011 Census, Naranga village had a total population of 280 people, including 139 males and 141 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.07%, with male literacy at 73.28% and female literacy at 58.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 279.
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 | 280 | 139 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 23 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 279 | 138 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 85 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 54 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Naranga
Naranga 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 Naranga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Naranga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khunti to Naranga is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naranga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naranga 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Naranga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naranga 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 Naranga
Where is Naranga located?
Naranga village is located in Erki(Tamar Ii) Subdivision, Khunti district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naranga?
The Gram Panchayat of Naranga is Kochang.
What is the pincode of Naranga?
The pincode of Naranga is 835210.
What is the population of Naranga?
Naranga had a total population of 280, including 139 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Naranga?
Naranga had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naranga was 66.07%. Male literacy was 73.28% and female literacy was 58.33%.