Nathpur - Barhara, Purnia
Nathpur is a village situated in the Barhara subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhara and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Nathpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nathpur is 223136. The village covers a total geographical area of 380 hectares and falls under the 854203 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Nathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rupauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purnia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nathpur
As per Census 2011, Nathpur village has a total population of 4,619 people, consisting of 2,431 males and 2,188 females. The village has 912 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,019 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,345 literate and 2,274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,619 | 2,431 | 2,188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,019 | 519 | 500 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 87 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,345 | 1,441 | 904 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,274 | 990 | 1,284 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bidanarean | East | 1.78 km |
| Chahbacha | North | 2.16 km |
| Matihani | West | 2.48 km |
| Bisaharia Got | South | 3.08 km |
| Auraha Chakla | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Urlaha Milik | East | 4.39 km |
| Maldiha | East | 4.48 km |
| Aurahi | North | 4.64 km |
| Urlaha | East | 4.79 km |
| Arbana Chakla | East | 5.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nathpur
Nathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raghubans Nagar, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Nathpur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 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 Barhara Subdivision, Purnia 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 854203.
What is the population of Nathpur?
Nathpur has a total population of 4,619, including 2,431 males and 2,188 females.
How many households are there in Nathpur?
There are 912 households in Nathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Nathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nathpur is 50.77%. Male literacy is 59.28% and female literacy is 41.32%.