Natanpur Village - Katigora, Cachar
Natanpur is a village situated in the Katigora subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 350 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katigora and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Bhairabpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Natanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Natanpur is 299073. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.98 hectares and falls under the 788115 pincode. Badarpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Natanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katigorah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Natanpur
As per Census 2011, Natanpur village has a total population of 2,525 people, consisting of 1,324 males and 1,201 females. The village has 475 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 513 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,558 literate and 967 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Natanpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,525 | 1,324 | 1,201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 513 | 250 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,558 | 930 | 628 |
| Illiterate Population | 967 | 394 | 573 |
Nearby Villages of Natanpur
Natanpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Natanpur
Public transport in the Natanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Natanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Badarpur to Natanpur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Natanpur is about 44 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 Natanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Natanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Natanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Natanpur 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 Natanpur
Where is Natanpur located?
Natanpur village is located in Katigora Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Natanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Natanpur is Bhairabpur.
What is the pincode of Natanpur?
The pincode of Natanpur is 788115.
What is the population of Natanpur?
Natanpur has a total population of 2,525, including 1,324 males and 1,201 females.
How many households are there in Natanpur?
There are 475 households in Natanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Natanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Natanpur is 61.70%. Male literacy is 70.24% and female literacy is 52.29%.