Narayanpur - Chas, Bokaro
Narayanpur is a village situated in the Chas subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chas and around 4 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Narayanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayanpur is 362608. The village covers a total geographical area of 739.47 hectares and falls under the 827013 pincode.
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 Bokaro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narayanpur
As per Census 2011, Narayanpur village has a total population of 7,167 people, consisting of 3,802 males and 3,365 females. The village has 1,421 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,622 literate and 3,545 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 314 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narayanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,167 | 3,802 | 3,365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,186 | 627 | 559 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,112 | 1,135 | 977 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 314 | 166 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 3,622 | 2,372 | 1,250 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,545 | 1,430 | 2,115 |
Nearby Villages of Narayanpur
Narayanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shiarda | East | 1.38 km |
| Bahadurpur | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Kamaldih | East | 2.02 km |
| Amadhia | West | 2.54 km |
| Sonabad | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Chakalia | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Kandra | East | 3.43 km |
| Satanpur | West | 4.00 km |
| Chetami | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Dewanganj | South-East | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narayanpur
Narayanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Radhagaon, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 2.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bokaro to Narayanpur is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Narayanpur
Where is Narayanpur located?
Narayanpur village is located in Chas Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, 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 827013.
What is the population of Narayanpur?
Narayanpur has a total population of 7,167, including 3,802 males and 3,365 females.
How many households are there in Narayanpur?
There are 1,421 households in Narayanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Narayanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayanpur is 50.54%. Male literacy is 62.39% and female literacy is 37.15%.