Narana - Pirawa, Jhalawar
Narana is a village situated in the Pirawa tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pirawa and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Danta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narana is 105165. The village covers a total geographical area of 315.15 hectares and falls under the 326034 pincode. Pirawa is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Narana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhalrapatan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narana
As per Census 2011, Narana village has a total population of 850 people, consisting of 443 males and 407 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 331 literate and 519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 850 | 443 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 241 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 202 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Narana
Narana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beer Sarkari | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Khejariya | West | 1.62 km |
| Balda | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Ilahipura | North | 1.90 km |
| Jablen | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Kheri | South | 2.90 km |
| Dhara Kheri | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Bans Kheri | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Bismillapura | North | 3.58 km |
| Beejanya Kheri | South-East | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narana
Narana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhawani Mandi, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Pirawa to Narana is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Narana is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narana 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 Narana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narana 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 Narana
Where is Narana located?
Narana village is located in Pirawa Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narana?
The Gram Panchayat of Narana is Danta.
What is the pincode of Narana?
The pincode of Narana is 326034.
What is the population of Narana?
Narana has a total population of 850, including 443 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Narana?
There are 169 households in Narana.
What is the literacy rate in Narana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narana is 38.94%. Male literacy is 54.40% and female literacy is 22.11%.