Narhen - Ambarnath, Thane
Narhen is a village situated in the Ambarnath tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambarnath and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Narhen village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narhen is 553026. The village covers a total geographical area of 346.2 hectares and falls under the 421501 pincode. Kalyan-dombivli is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Narhen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalyan East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalyan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narhen
As per Census 2011, Narhen village has a total population of 1,341 people, consisting of 694 males and 647 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 903 literate and 438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narhen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,341 | 694 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 104 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 903 | 519 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 175 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Narhen
Narhen 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Burdul | South | 1.26 km |
| Pali | North | 1.28 km |
| Usatane | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Chirad | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Antarli | North | 2.43 km |
| Karavale Bk. | South | 2.72 km |
| Posari | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Nitalas | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Turbhe | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Kumbharli | East | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narhen
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Narhen. The nearest railway station is Nilaje, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.6 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 Kalyan-dombivli to Narhen is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Narhen is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narhen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narhen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Narhen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narhen 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Narhen
Where is Narhen located?
Narhen village is located in Ambarnath Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narhen?
Narhen is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narhen?
The pincode of Narhen is 421501.
What is the population of Narhen?
Narhen has a total population of 1,341, including 694 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Narhen?
There are 261 households in Narhen.
What is the literacy rate in Narhen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narhen is 67.34%. Male literacy is 74.78% and female literacy is 59.35%.