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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Narhi village has a total population of 6,714 people, consisting of 3,405 males and 3,309 females. The village has 1,009 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,961 literate and 2,753 illiterate residents. Additionally, 953 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narhi are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 6,714, including 3,405 males and 3,309 females.
How many households are there in Narhi?
There are 1,009 households in Narhi.
What is the literacy rate in Narhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narhi is 59.00%. Male literacy is 68.22% and female literacy is 49.50%.