Narua - Derabish, Kendrapara
Narua is a village situated in the Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Derabish and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Golarahat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narua is 396652. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 754289 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Narua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patkura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narua
As per Census 2011, Narua village has a total population of 312 people, consisting of 148 males and 164 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,108 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 252 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 312 | 148 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 59 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 122 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 26 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Narua
Narua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Diapada | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Chasakhanda | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Kajipurpatna | West | 1.42 km |
| Kunarpur | South | 1.51 km |
| Balia | West | 1.54 km |
| Dandasiha | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Barahilo | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Chhachina | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Baliapada | South | 1.77 km |
| Laxminarayanpur | North-East | 2.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narua
Narua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Banbihari Gwalipur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Kendrapara to Narua is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Narua is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narua 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Narua
Where is Narua located?
Narua village is located in Derabish Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narua?
The Gram Panchayat of Narua is Golarahat.
What is the pincode of Narua?
The pincode of Narua is 754289.
What is the population of Narua?
Narua has a total population of 312, including 148 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Narua?
There are 76 households in Narua.
What is the literacy rate in Narua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narua is 80.77%. Male literacy is 82.43% and female literacy is 79.27%.