Narayanpur - Gossaigaon (Pt), Kokrajhar
Narayanpur is a village situated in the Gossaigaon (Pt) subdivision of Kokrajhar district, Assam. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gossaigaon and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kokrajhar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayanpur is 279615. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.22 hectares and falls under the 783360 pincode. Gossaigaon is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Narayanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Gossaigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narayanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Narayanpur village had a total population of 460 people, including 240 males and 220 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 93.46% and female literacy at 75.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 460.
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 | 460 | 240 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 460 | 240 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 200 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 40 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Narayanpur
Narayanpur 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 Narayanpur
Narayanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gossaigaon to Narayanpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kokrajhar to Narayanpur is about 45 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 Narayanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narayanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Narayanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narayanpur 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 Narayanpur
Where is Narayanpur located?
Narayanpur village is located in Gossaigaon (Pt) Subdivision, Kokrajhar district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Narayanpur?
The pincode of Narayanpur is 783360.
What is the population of Narayanpur?
Narayanpur had a total population of 460, including 240 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Narayanpur?
Narayanpur had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narayanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayanpur was 84.62%. Male literacy was 93.46% and female literacy was 75.25%.