Naraua - Narwar, Shivpuri
Naraua is a village situated in the Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narwar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Narroa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naraua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naraua is 455507. The village covers a total geographical area of 1288.8 hectares and falls under the 473880 pincode. Narwar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Naraua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naraua
As per Census 2011, Naraua village has a total population of 2,617 people, consisting of 1,419 males and 1,198 females. The village has 521 households and a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males. There are 418 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,477 literate and 1,140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 539 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naraua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,617 | 1,419 | 1,198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 418 | 232 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 539 | 285 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,477 | 908 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,140 | 511 | 629 |
Nearby Villages of Naraua
Naraua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalipahadi Meda | North | 3.68 km |
| Sonhar | South | 4.21 km |
| Jujhai Narwar | West | 4.51 km |
| Dawar Ali | South-East | 4.82 km |
| Saboli | North-West | 5.75 km |
| Nayagaon | South-West | 5.77 km |
| Bansgarh | South-East | 5.92 km |
| Sirohi | East | 6.15 km |
| Dhamdholi | North-East | 6.16 km |
| Chakrampur | West | 6.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naraua
Naraua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Indargarh, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Narwar to Naraua is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Naraua 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 Naraua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naraua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Naraua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naraua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Naraua
Where is Naraua located?
Naraua village is located in Narwar Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naraua?
The Gram Panchayat of Naraua is Narroa.
What is the pincode of Naraua?
The pincode of Naraua is 473880.
What is the population of Naraua?
Naraua has a total population of 2,617, including 1,419 males and 1,198 females.
How many households are there in Naraua?
There are 521 households in Naraua.
What is the literacy rate in Naraua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naraua is 56.44%. Male literacy is 63.99% and female literacy is 47.50%.