Narayanapur - Dharakote, Ganjam
Narayanapur is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 57 km from Seragad and around 65 km from Chatrapur. Sharagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narayanapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayanapur is 412527. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 761106 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Narayanapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narayanapur
According to the 2011 Census, Narayanapur village had a total population of 623 people, including 305 males and 318 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.48%, with male literacy at 62.45% and female literacy at 41.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 623 | 305 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 163 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 142 | 202 |
Transport and Connectivity of Narayanapur
Public transport in the Narayanapur 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Asika to Narayanapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Narayanapur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narayanapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narayanapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Narayanapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narayanapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narayanapur
Where is Narayanapur located?
Narayanapur village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narayanapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narayanapur is Sharagada.
What is the pincode of Narayanapur?
The pincode of Narayanapur is 761106.
What is the population of Narayanapur?
Narayanapur had a total population of 623, including 305 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Narayanapur?
Narayanapur had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narayanapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayanapur was 51.48%. Male literacy was 62.45% and female literacy was 41.28%.