Narua - Gop, Puri
Narua is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Nagapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narua is 409499. The village covers a total geographical area of 331 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narua
As per Census 2011, Narua village has a total population of 1,628 people, consisting of 803 males and 825 females. The village has 371 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,203 literate and 425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,628 | 803 | 825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 96 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 81 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 1,203 | 612 | 591 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 191 | 234 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parala | West | 1.56 km |
| Nagapur | North | 1.63 km |
| Sujanagar | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Kurujanga | West | 1.83 km |
| Badatara | East | 1.88 km |
| Alisi | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Mallagan | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Kuanpada | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Kantapada | West | 2.29 km |
| Chadheigan | North-West | 2.44 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 Malatipatpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Narua is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Narua 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Narua
Where is Narua located?
Narua village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narua?
The Gram Panchayat of Narua is Nagapur.
What is the pincode of Narua?
The pincode of Narua is 752110.
What is the population of Narua?
Narua has a total population of 1,628, including 803 males and 825 females.
How many households are there in Narua?
There are 371 households in Narua.
What is the literacy rate in Narua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narua is 73.89%. Male literacy is 76.21% and female literacy is 71.64%.