Napharai - Bhograi, Balasore
Napharai is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Bhograi and around 102 km from Baleshwar. Saradhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Napharai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Napharai is 391797. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 756037 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Napharai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Napharai
As per Census 2011, Napharai village has a total population of 567 people, consisting of 298 males and 269 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 493 literate and 74 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Napharai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 567 | 298 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 266 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 32 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Napharai
Napharai 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 Napharai
Napharai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Napharai is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Napharai is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Napharai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Napharai 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Napharai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Napharai 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Napharai
Where is Napharai located?
Napharai village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Napharai?
The Gram Panchayat of Napharai is Saradhapur.
What is the pincode of Napharai?
The pincode of Napharai is 756037.
What is the population of Napharai?
Napharai has a total population of 567, including 298 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Napharai?
There are 134 households in Napharai.
What is the literacy rate in Napharai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Napharai is 86.95%. Male literacy is 89.26% and female literacy is 84.39%.