Norja - Gyaraspur, Vidisha
Norja is a village situated in the Gyaraspur tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gyaraspur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Norja village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Norja is 481701. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.03 hectares and falls under the 464331 pincode. Vidisha is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Norja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Norja
According to the 2011 Census, Norja village had a total population of 862 people, including 451 males and 411 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.30%, with male literacy at 78.26% and female literacy at 56.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 35.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 862 | 451 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 60 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 116 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 502 | 306 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 145 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Norja
Norja 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 Norja
Norja is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 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 Vidisha to Norja is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Norja 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 Norja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Norja 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 Norja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Norja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Norja
Where is Norja located?
Norja village is located in Gyaraspur Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Norja?
Norja is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Norja?
The pincode of Norja is 464331.
What is the population of Norja?
Norja had a total population of 862, including 451 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Norja?
Norja had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Norja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Norja was 68.30%. Male literacy was 78.26% and female literacy was 56.98%.