Narawala - Rajpur, Barwani
Narawala is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Naravla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narawala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narawala is 478306. The village covers a total geographical area of 540.73 hectares and falls under the 451447 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Narawala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narawala
As per Census 2011, Narawala village has a total population of 1,556 people, consisting of 789 males and 767 females. The village has 323 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 725 literate and 831 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,523 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narawala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,556 | 789 | 767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 112 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,523 | 772 | 751 |
| Literate Population | 725 | 416 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 831 | 373 | 458 |
Nearby Villages of Narawala
Narawala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khadki | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Limbai | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Rajpur(revenue Area) | North | 3.79 km |
| Unchi | East | 3.79 km |
| Danodroud | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Lachchhi | North-West | 5.06 km |
| Gondpura | East | 5.21 km |
| Temla Buzurg | North | 5.24 km |
| Budra | North-West | 5.34 km |
| Bilwani | West | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narawala
Narawala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vikhran Road, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpur to Narawala is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Narawala 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 Narawala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narawala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Narawala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narawala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Narawala
Where is Narawala located?
Narawala village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narawala?
The Gram Panchayat of Narawala is Naravla.
What is the pincode of Narawala?
The pincode of Narawala is 451447.
What is the population of Narawala?
Narawala has a total population of 1,556, including 789 males and 767 females.
How many households are there in Narawala?
There are 323 households in Narawala.
What is the literacy rate in Narawala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narawala is 46.59%. Male literacy is 52.72% and female literacy is 40.29%.