Narkhera - Meerganj, Bareilly
Narkhera is a village situated in the Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meerganj and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Narkhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narkhera is 129677. The village covers a total geographical area of 306.23 hectares and falls under the 243505 pincode. Meerganj is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Narkhera 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 Meerganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bareilly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narkhera
According to the 2011 Census, Narkhera village had a total population of 2,027 people, including 1,068 males and 959 females, living in 348 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.18%, with male literacy at 65.73% and female literacy at 40.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 497.
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 | 2,027 | 1,068 | 959 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 181 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 497 | 261 | 236 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 900 | 583 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,127 | 485 | 642 |
Nearby Villages of Narkhera
Narkhera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paharpur | North | 1.54 km |
| Narelirasulpur | East | 1.59 km |
| Khanpur | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Sukali | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Sidhauli | West | 1.91 km |
| Jauner | South | 2.31 km |
| Balehi | North | 2.44 km |
| Bahadurpur | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Saijana | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Bitham Naugawan | South-East | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narkhera
Narkhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nagaria Sadat, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.3 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 Meerganj to Narkhera is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bareilly to Narkhera is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narkhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narkhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narkhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narkhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narkhera
Where is Narkhera located?
Narkhera village is located in Meerganj Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narkhera?
Narkhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narkhera?
The pincode of Narkhera is 243505.
What is the population of Narkhera?
Narkhera had a total population of 2,027, including 1,068 males and 959 females.
How many households are there in Narkhera?
Narkhera had 348 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narkhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narkhera was 54.18%. Male literacy was 65.73% and female literacy was 40.96%.