Narphora - Burhanpur, Azamgarh
Narphora is a village situated in the Burhanpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Burhanpur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Narphora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narphora is 192434. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.83 hectares and falls under the 223221 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Narphora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Narphora
According to the 2011 Census, Narphora village had a total population of 1,477 people, including 702 males and 775 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 1,104 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.57%, with male literacy at 81.31% and female literacy at 55.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 229.
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 | 1,477 | 702 | 775 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 92 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 113 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 869 | 496 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 206 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Narphora
Narphora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jajurpur | South | 0.73 km |
| Devhata | North | 1.41 km |
| Balepatti | West | 1.42 km |
| Khalifatpur | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Kalyanpur | South | 1.59 km |
| Bhoopatpur | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Basahi Bandedaspur | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Vikramdih | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Bilari Lakhanpur | West | 2.22 km |
| Haraiya | East | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narphora
Narphora 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 Sanjarpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.6 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Narphora is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Narphora 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 Narphora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narphora 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 Narphora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narphora 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 Narphora
Where is Narphora located?
Narphora village is located in Burhanpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narphora?
Narphora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narphora?
The pincode of Narphora is 223221.
What is the population of Narphora?
Narphora had a total population of 1,477, including 702 males and 775 females.
How many households are there in Narphora?
Narphora had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narphora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narphora was 67.57%. Male literacy was 81.31% and female literacy was 55.18%.