Naranpada - Parajang, Dhenkanal
Naranpada is a village situated in the Parajang tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parajang and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Kalada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naranpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naranpada is 402264. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 759120 pincode. Talcher is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Naranpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naranpada
According to the 2011 Census, Naranpada village had a total population of 215 people, including 103 males and 112 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.14%, with male literacy at 96.84% and female literacy at 79.80%.
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 | 215 | 103 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 92 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 11 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Naranpada
Naranpada 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 Naranpada
Public transport in the Naranpada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Talcher to Naranpada is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Naranpada is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naranpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naranpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naranpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naranpada 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Naranpada
Where is Naranpada located?
Naranpada village is located in Parajang Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naranpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Naranpada is Kalada.
What is the pincode of Naranpada?
The pincode of Naranpada is 759120.
What is the population of Naranpada?
Naranpada had a total population of 215, including 103 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Naranpada?
Naranpada had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naranpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naranpada was 88.14%. Male literacy was 96.84% and female literacy was 79.80%.