Nathpur - Narpatganj, Araria
Nathpur is a village situated in the Narpatganj subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narpatganj and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Nathpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nathpur is 221504. The village covers a total geographical area of 962 hectares and falls under the 854335 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Nathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nathpur
As per Census 2011, Nathpur village has a total population of 9,067 people, consisting of 4,834 males and 4,233 females. The village has 1,958 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,653 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,236 literate and 4,831 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 599 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,067 | 4,834 | 4,233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,653 | 877 | 776 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,156 | 623 | 533 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 599 | 297 | 302 |
| Literate Population | 4,236 | 2,791 | 1,445 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,831 | 2,043 | 2,788 |
Nearby Villages of Nathpur
Nathpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajganj | North | 2.30 km |
| Barhara | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Bardaha | West | 2.87 km |
| Madhura | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Damiya | South | 3.68 km |
| Mirdaul | South | 4.13 km |
| Sahabganj | North | 4.29 km |
| Bhimpur | North-West | 4.72 km |
| Partapnagar | South-West | 4.83 km |
| Belaganj | West | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nathpur
Nathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lalitgram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Forbesganj to Nathpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Nathpur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nathpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nathpur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nathpur
Where is Nathpur located?
Nathpur village is located in Narpatganj Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nathpur?
Nathpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nathpur?
The pincode of Nathpur is 854335.
What is the population of Nathpur?
Nathpur has a total population of 9,067, including 4,834 males and 4,233 females.
How many households are there in Nathpur?
There are 1,958 households in Nathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Nathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nathpur is 46.72%. Male literacy is 57.74% and female literacy is 34.14%.