Naravan - Azamgarh
Naravan is a village situated in the Azamgarh tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from Azamgarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Naravan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naravan is 193774. The village covers a total geographical area of 247 hectares and falls under the 276406 pincode. Mubarakpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Naravan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mubarakpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naravan
As per Census 2011, Naravan village has a total population of 2,544 people, consisting of 1,257 males and 1,287 females. The village has 342 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,458 literate and 1,086 illiterate residents. Additionally, 319 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naravan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,544 | 1,257 | 1,287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 195 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 152 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 1,458 | 837 | 621 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,086 | 420 | 666 |
Nearby Villages of Naravan
Naravan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pichari | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Asaur | West | 1.36 km |
| Cham Bhopatpur Urf Sutarhi | South | 1.45 km |
| Chak Molana | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Jalalpur | East | 1.52 km |
| Dariabad | North | 1.57 km |
| Bharoulia | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Pyarepur | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Newada | South | 1.95 km |
| Chak Bahauddinpur | South-East | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naravan
Naravan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sathiaon, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.2 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mubarakpur to Naravan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Naravan is about 21 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 Naravan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naravan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Naravan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naravan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Naravan
Where is Naravan located?
Naravan village is located in Azamgarh Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naravan?
Naravan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naravan?
The pincode of Naravan is 276406.
What is the population of Naravan?
Naravan has a total population of 2,544, including 1,257 males and 1,287 females.
How many households are there in Naravan?
There are 342 households in Naravan.
What is the literacy rate in Naravan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naravan is 57.31%. Male literacy is 66.59% and female literacy is 48.25%.