Narahandi
Narahandi is a village located in Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 56km away from sub-district headquarter Kotpad (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Dhamanahandi is the gram panchayat of Narahandi village.
Here you can discover what makes Narahandi unique in its vibrant Kotpad-Koraput region. You’ll see Narahandi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Narahandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Narahandi is 428119. The village spans a total geographical area of 900 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764058. Jeypur is nearest town to Narahandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 72km away.
Google Map of Narahandi
Population of Narahandi
According to the 2011 Census, Narahandi has a total population of about 1,312, with approximately 646 males and 666 females. The sex ratio is around 1030 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 227 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 169 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 969. The overall literacy rate is approximately 31.55%, with male literacy at about 38.54% and female literacy near 24.77%. There are around 323 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Narahandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,312 | 646 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 108 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 81 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 969 | 478 | 491 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 249 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 898 | 397 | 501 |
Connectivity of Narahandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Narahandi. As per the 2011 stats, Narahandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Narahandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Narahandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Narahandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Narahandi
- Where is Narahandi located?
- Narahandi village is situated in Kotpad Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Narahandi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Narahandi is Dhamanahandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Narahandi?
- The pincode of Narahandi is 764058, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Narahandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Narahandi is 1,312, with 646 males and 666 females.
- How many households are there in Narahandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Narahandi village has a total of 323 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Narahandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Narahandi is 31.55%. The male literacy rate is 38.54%, while the female literacy rate is 24.77%.