Narhi - Rasra, Ballia
Narhi is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Narhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narhi is 198255. The village covers a total geographical area of 714.93 hectares and falls under the 221711 pincode.
Narhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narhi
According to the 2011 Census, Narhi village had a total population of 6,714 people, including 3,405 males and 3,309 females, living in 1,009 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.80%, with male literacy at 82.43% and female literacy at 58.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 953, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 6,714 | 3,405 | 3,309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,119 | 587 | 532 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 953 | 485 | 468 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 3,961 | 2,323 | 1,638 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,753 | 1,082 | 1,671 |
Nearby Villages of Narhi
Narhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Inamipur | North | 1.05 km |
| Duma Dand | West | 1.69 km |
| Juranpur | East | 1.85 km |
| Sonwani | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Kakri | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Bhit Kuna | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Bishwanathpur | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Ranupur | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Chak Pandit | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Chadi Sarai Sambhal | North-East | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narhi
Narhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rasra, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Narhi is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narhi
Where is Narhi located?
Narhi village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narhi?
Narhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narhi?
The pincode of Narhi is 221711.
What is the population of Narhi?
Narhi had a total population of 6,714, including 3,405 males and 3,309 females.
How many households are there in Narhi?
Narhi had 1,009 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narhi was 70.80%. Male literacy was 82.43% and female literacy was 58.98%.