Naraina - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Naraina is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Ramdiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naraina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naraina is 503421. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.03 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Naraina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naraina
As per Census 2011, Naraina village has a total population of 226 people, consisting of 124 males and 102 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 822 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 126 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naraina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 226 | 124 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 46 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 73 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 51 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Naraina
Naraina 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramdiha | West | 1.56 km |
| Maham | East | 2.71 km |
| Chhiwalhawa | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Dighwar | West | 3.56 km |
| Duari (lam Sarai) | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Kundari | North-West | 4.23 km |
| Bhargon | East | 4.25 km |
| Lamsarai | North-West | 4.62 km |
| Sailwar | West | 5.16 km |
| Shemiya | North-East | 5.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naraina
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Naraina. The nearest railway station is Paprakund, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Singrauli to Naraina is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naraina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naraina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Naraina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naraina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naraina
Where is Naraina located?
Naraina village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naraina?
The Gram Panchayat of Naraina is Ramdiha.
What is the pincode of Naraina?
The pincode of Naraina is 486882.
What is the population of Naraina?
Naraina has a total population of 226, including 124 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Naraina?
There are 45 households in Naraina.
What is the literacy rate in Naraina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naraina is 55.75%. Male literacy is 58.87% and female literacy is 51.96%.