Narayanpur - Udaypur, Surguja
Narayanpur is a village situated in the Udaypur tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udaipur and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Narayanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayanpur is 433187. The village covers a total geographical area of 397.67 hectares and falls under the 497117 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Narayanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambikapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narayanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Narayanpur village had a total population of 409 people, including 198 males and 211 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,066 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.99%, with male literacy at 65.82% and female literacy at 47.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 343.
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 | 409 | 198 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 343 | 168 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 104 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 94 | 128 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambikapur to Narayanpur is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 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 5-10 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 5-10 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 Udaypur Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narayanpur?
Narayanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narayanpur?
The pincode of Narayanpur is 497117.
What is the population of Narayanpur?
Narayanpur had a total population of 409, including 198 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Narayanpur?
Narayanpur had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narayanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayanpur was 55.99%. Male literacy was 65.82% and female literacy was 47.16%.