Narla - Narala, Kalahandi
Narla is a village situated in the Narala tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narala and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Narla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narla is 422767. The village covers a total geographical area of 310 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Madanpur Rampur is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Narla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narla
As per Census 2011, Narla village has a total population of 3,077 people, consisting of 1,537 males and 1,540 females. The village has 787 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 357 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,092 literate and 985 illiterate residents. Additionally, 338 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 386 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,077 | 1,537 | 1,540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 180 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 161 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 386 | 180 | 206 |
| Literate Population | 2,092 | 1,178 | 914 |
| Illiterate Population | 985 | 359 | 626 |
Nearby Villages of Narla
Narla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sargiguda | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Dangarmal | East | 1.56 km |
| Deheli | North | 1.64 km |
| Mandel | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Bhatang | South | 1.93 km |
| Regedimal | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Tulagaon | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Jurkabhata | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Behera Pati | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Pipal Padar | North | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narla
Narla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Norla Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madanpur Rampur to Narla is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Narla is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narla 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Narla
Where is Narla located?
Narla village is located in Narala Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narla?
Narla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narla?
The pincode of Narla is 766100.
What is the population of Narla?
Narla has a total population of 3,077, including 1,537 males and 1,540 females.
How many households are there in Narla?
There are 787 households in Narla.
What is the literacy rate in Narla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narla is 67.99%. Male literacy is 76.64% and female literacy is 59.35%.