Narkasa - Korchi, Gadchiroli
Narkasa is a village situated in the Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 64 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korchi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Motazeliya serves as the Village Panchayat for Narkasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narkasa is 538864. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.56 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Narkasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narkasa
According to the 2011 Census, Narkasa village had a total population of 89 people, including 46 males and 43 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 81.08% and female literacy at 52.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 16 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Narkasa
Narkasa 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 Narkasa
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Narkasa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gadchiroli to Narkasa is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Narkasa is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narkasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narkasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Narkasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narkasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narkasa
Where is Narkasa located?
Narkasa village is located in Korchi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Narkasa?
The Village Panchayat of Narkasa is Motazeliya.
What is the pincode of Narkasa?
The pincode of Narkasa is 441209.
What is the population of Narkasa?
Narkasa had a total population of 89, including 46 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Narkasa?
Narkasa had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narkasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narkasa was 66.67%. Male literacy was 81.08% and female literacy was 52.63%.