Naranpur - Oupada, Balasore
Naranpur is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Oupada and around 69 km from Baleshwar. Fatepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naranpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naranpur is 393380. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 756048 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Naranpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naranpur
According to the 2011 Census, Naranpur village had a total population of 453 people, including 232 males and 221 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.39%, with male literacy at 78.40% and female literacy at 55.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 335.
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 | 453 | 232 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 174 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 167 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 65 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Naranpur
Naranpur 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 Naranpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Naranpur.
| 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 Soro to Naranpur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Naranpur is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naranpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naranpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naranpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naranpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Naranpur
Where is Naranpur located?
Naranpur village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naranpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Naranpur is Fatepur.
What is the pincode of Naranpur?
The pincode of Naranpur is 756048.
What is the population of Naranpur?
Naranpur had a total population of 453, including 232 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Naranpur?
Naranpur had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naranpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naranpur was 67.39%. Male literacy was 78.40% and female literacy was 55.72%.