Narona - Aland, Kalaburagi
Narona is a village situated in the Aland taluka of Kalaburagi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from Aland and around 35 km from Gulbarga. Narona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narona is 619999. The village covers a total geographical area of 5225.67 hectares and falls under the 585311 pincode. Aland is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Narona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalaburagi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narona
As per Census 2011, Narona village has a total population of 7,846 people, consisting of 4,006 males and 3,840 females. The village has 1,468 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,239 literate and 3,607 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,086 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,846 | 4,006 | 3,840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,140 | 583 | 557 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,086 | 1,051 | 1,035 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 4,239 | 2,506 | 1,733 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,607 | 1,500 | 2,107 |
Nearby Villages of Narona
Narona 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sangolgi (c) | East | 2.82 km |
| Gunjbablad | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Rikkenalur | South | 4.58 km |
| Bhodhan | North-East | 5.63 km |
| Bolani | West | 5.76 km |
| Tellur | South-West | 5.95 km |
| Keriambalga | South-East | 6.28 km |
| Kunisangavi | North-West | 6.46 km |
| Gola (b) | South | 6.70 km |
| Chinchansur | East | 6.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narona
Narona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sawalgi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.5 km.
| 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 Aland to Narona is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gulbarga to Narona is about 35 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 Narona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Narona
Where is Narona located?
Narona village is located in Aland Taluka, Kalaburagi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narona?
Narona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narona?
The pincode of Narona is 585311.
What is the population of Narona?
Narona has a total population of 7,846, including 4,006 males and 3,840 females.
How many households are there in Narona?
There are 1,468 households in Narona.
What is the literacy rate in Narona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narona is 54.03%. Male literacy is 62.56% and female literacy is 45.13%.