Narangan - Badasahi, Mayurbhanj
Narangan is a village situated in the Badasahi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Baisinga and around 52 km from Baripada. Salgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narangan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narangan is 390397. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 757017 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Narangan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badasahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narangan
As per Census 2011, Narangan village has a total population of 500 people, consisting of 256 males and 244 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 355 literate and 145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narangan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 500 | 256 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 33 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 192 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 64 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Narangan
Narangan 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 Narangan
Narangan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Narangan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Baleshwar to Narangan is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Narangan is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narangan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narangan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Narangan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narangan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narangan
Where is Narangan located?
Narangan village is located in Badasahi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narangan?
The Gram Panchayat of Narangan is Salgaon.
What is the pincode of Narangan?
The pincode of Narangan is 757017.
What is the population of Narangan?
Narangan has a total population of 500, including 256 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Narangan?
There are 115 households in Narangan.
What is the literacy rate in Narangan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narangan is 71.00%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 66.80%.