Narayanpur - Baliapal, Balasore
Narayanpur is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Baliapal and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Betagadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narayanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayanpur is 392145. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 756083 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 57 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 Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narayanpur
As per Census 2011, Narayanpur village has a total population of 5,601 people, consisting of 2,883 males and 2,718 females. The village has 1,312 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 746 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,988 literate and 1,613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 222 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 753 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narayanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,601 | 2,883 | 2,718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 746 | 372 | 374 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 106 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 753 | 380 | 373 |
| Literate Population | 3,988 | 2,252 | 1,736 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,613 | 631 | 982 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamatkula | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Aladiha | West | 1.96 km |
| Jugadiha | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Betagadia | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Dagara | East | 2.11 km |
| Sarajpur | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Amachua | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Biridiha | West | 3.08 km |
| Dhamatpur | East | 3.08 km |
| Nabhada | North | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narayanpur
Public transport in the Narayanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Digha Flag Station, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Narayanpur is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Narayanpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Narayanpur
Where is Narayanpur located?
Narayanpur village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narayanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narayanpur is Betagadia.
What is the pincode of Narayanpur?
The pincode of Narayanpur is 756083.
What is the population of Narayanpur?
Narayanpur has a total population of 5,601, including 2,883 males and 2,718 females.
How many households are there in Narayanpur?
There are 1,312 households in Narayanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Narayanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayanpur is 71.20%. Male literacy is 78.11% and female literacy is 63.87%.