Narwar - Chandia, Umaria
Narwar is a village situated in the Chandia tehsil of Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandia and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Umaria. Narwar Navin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narwar is 467782. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.66 hectares and falls under the 484660 pincode. Chandia is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Narwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narwar
As per Census 2011, Narwar village has a total population of 810 people, consisting of 421 males and 389 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 461 literate and 349 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 332 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 810 | 421 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 68 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 332 | 182 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 274 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 147 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Narwar
Narwar 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 Narwar
Narwar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandia to Narwar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Umaria to Narwar is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narwar
Where is Narwar located?
Narwar village is located in Chandia Tehsil, Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Narwar is Narwar Navin.
What is the pincode of Narwar?
The pincode of Narwar is 484660.
What is the population of Narwar?
Narwar has a total population of 810, including 421 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Narwar?
There are 186 households in Narwar.
What is the literacy rate in Narwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narwar is 56.91%. Male literacy is 65.08% and female literacy is 48.07%.