Naranga - Sonua, West Singhbhum
Naranga is a village situated in the Sonua subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 0.5 km from Sonua and around 48 km from Chaibasa. Sonapos serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naranga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naranga is 376876. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.78 hectares and falls under the 833105 pincode.
Naranga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naranga
According to the 2011 Census, Naranga village had a total population of 823 people, including 418 males and 405 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.23%, with male literacy at 69.09% and female literacy at 45.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 433.
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 | 823 | 418 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 88 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 433 | 218 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 380 | 228 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 190 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Naranga
Naranga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rupapos | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Bikrampur | West | 1.26 km |
| Korpos | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Sonapos | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Rengalbera | East | 1.90 km |
| Mahakurpara | East | 1.93 km |
| Barbhag | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Uran Chauka | North | 2.42 km |
| Satpuri | West | 2.67 km |
| Baramasal | East | 2.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naranga
Naranga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sonua, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Naranga is about 48 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 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Naranga
Where is Naranga located?
Naranga village is located in Sonua Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naranga?
The Gram Panchayat of Naranga is Sonapos.
What is the pincode of Naranga?
The pincode of Naranga is 833105.
What is the population of Naranga?
Naranga had a total population of 823, including 418 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Naranga?
Naranga had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naranga was 57.23%. Male literacy was 69.09% and female literacy was 45.51%.