Naraina - Bassi Pathana, Fatehgarh Sahib
Naraina is a village situated in the Bassi Pathana tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bassi Pathana and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Fatehgarh Sahib. Naraina village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naraina is 032532. The village covers a total geographical area of 394 hectares and falls under the 140602 pincode. Rajpura is the nearest town.
Naraina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bassi pathana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naraina
According to the 2011 Census, Naraina village had a total population of 524 people, including 281 males and 243 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.59%, with male literacy at 86.61% and female literacy at 69.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 524 | 281 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 87 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 220 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 61 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Naraina
Naraina 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patton | North | 1.69 km |
| Mehtabgarh | West | 1.98 km |
| Gurditpura | South | 2.60 km |
| Dadu Majra | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Kehargarh | South | 2.81 km |
| Bhagrana | West | 2.92 km |
| Tajpura | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Manakpur | East | 3.16 km |
| Bhua Kheri | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Pawala | North | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naraina
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Naraina. The nearest railway station is Sarai Banjara, while the nearest airport is Chandigarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Fatehgarh Sahib to Naraina is about 11 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naraina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naraina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naraina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naraina 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 Naraina
Where is Naraina located?
Naraina village is located in Bassi Pathana Tehsil, Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naraina?
Naraina is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naraina?
The pincode of Naraina is 140602.
What is the population of Naraina?
Naraina had a total population of 524, including 281 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Naraina?
Naraina had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naraina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naraina was 78.59%. Male literacy was 86.61% and female literacy was 69.01%.