Narama - Khaira, Balasore
Narama is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Khaira and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Govindapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narama is 393427. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Narama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narama
As per Census 2011, Narama village has a total population of 763 people, consisting of 396 males and 367 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 548 literate and 215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 395 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 763 | 396 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 53 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 395 | 204 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 548 | 295 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 101 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Narama
Narama 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 Narama
Narama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Narama is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Narama 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 Narama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Narama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Narama
Where is Narama located?
Narama village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narama?
The Gram Panchayat of Narama is Govindapur.
What is the pincode of Narama?
The pincode of Narama is 756049.
What is the population of Narama?
Narama has a total population of 763, including 396 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Narama?
There are 175 households in Narama.
What is the literacy rate in Narama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narama is 71.82%. Male literacy is 74.49% and female literacy is 68.94%.