Narul - Kalwan, Nashik
Narul is a village situated in the Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalwan and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Narul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narul is 549929. The village covers a total geographical area of 611.89 hectares and falls under the 423501 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Narul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narul
As per Census 2011, Narul village has a total population of 2,692 people, consisting of 1,424 males and 1,268 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 315 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,798 literate and 894 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,603 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,692 | 1,424 | 1,268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 171 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 4 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,603 | 1,374 | 1,229 |
| Literate Population | 1,798 | 999 | 799 |
| Illiterate Population | 894 | 425 | 469 |
Nearby Villages of Narul
Narul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanherwadi | North | 1.50 km |
| Sadadvihir | North | 2.81 km |
| Wadale Wani | South | 2.90 km |
| Otur | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Mehadar | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Pimpri Pale | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Athambe | North | 3.89 km |
| Nawapur | South | 4.61 km |
| Pimpri Markand | West | 5.07 km |
| Sakore | North | 5.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narul
Narul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ugaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Satana to Narul is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Narul is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narul 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narul
Where is Narul located?
Narul village is located in Kalwan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narul?
Narul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narul?
The pincode of Narul is 423501.
What is the population of Narul?
Narul has a total population of 2,692, including 1,424 males and 1,268 females.
How many households are there in Narul?
There are 380 households in Narul.
What is the literacy rate in Narul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narul is 66.79%. Male literacy is 70.15% and female literacy is 63.01%.