Naharpura - Petlawad, Jhabua
Naharpura is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Naharpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naharpura is 504215. The village covers a total geographical area of 601.5 hectares and falls under the 457770 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Naharpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Naharpura
As per Census 2011, Naharpura village has a total population of 2,266 people, consisting of 1,126 males and 1,140 females. The village has 413 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 498 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 800 literate and 1,466 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,256 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naharpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,266 | 1,126 | 1,140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 498 | 250 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,256 | 1,122 | 1,134 |
| Literate Population | 800 | 527 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,466 | 599 | 867 |
Nearby Villages of Naharpura
Naharpura 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 Naharpura
Naharpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Naharpura has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlawad to Naharpura is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Naharpura is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naharpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naharpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Naharpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naharpura 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 Naharpura
Where is Naharpura located?
Naharpura village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naharpura?
Naharpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naharpura?
The pincode of Naharpura is 457770.
What is the population of Naharpura?
Naharpura has a total population of 2,266, including 1,126 males and 1,140 females.
How many households are there in Naharpura?
There are 413 households in Naharpura.
What is the literacy rate in Naharpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naharpura is 35.30%. Male literacy is 46.80% and female literacy is 23.95%.