Narabahali - Saintala, Balangir
Narabahali is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Belgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narabahali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narabahali is 421183. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Narabahali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narabahali
According to the 2011 Census, Narabahali village had a total population of 585 people, including 286 males and 299 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.06%, with male literacy at 80.50% and female literacy at 54.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 132.
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 | 585 | 286 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 66 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 194 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 92 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Narabahali
Narabahali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Piprut | South-West | 0.81 km |
| Chilbahali | East | 1.69 km |
| Barahmal | North | 2.03 km |
| Kusamkhal | South | 2.47 km |
| Samachuan | West | 3.23 km |
| Luhurapali | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Nuapara | East | 3.37 km |
| Ghantbahali | East | 3.39 km |
| Bhorpara | South-East | 3.46 km |
| Jubamal | East | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narabahali
Public transport in the Narabahali is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Badmal, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Narabahali is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Narabahali is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narabahali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narabahali 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Narabahali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narabahali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narabahali
Where is Narabahali located?
Narabahali village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narabahali?
The Gram Panchayat of Narabahali is Belgaon.
What is the pincode of Narabahali?
The pincode of Narabahali is 767032.
What is the population of Narabahali?
Narabahali had a total population of 585, including 286 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Narabahali?
Narabahali had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narabahali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narabahali was 67.06%. Male literacy was 80.50% and female literacy was 54.75%.