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
According to the 2011 Census, Narana village had a total population of 850 people, including 443 males and 407 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.34%, with male literacy at 63.25% and female literacy at 25.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 850 | 443 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 850, including 443 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Narana?
Narana had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narana was 45.34%. Male literacy was 63.25% and female literacy was 25.79%.