Narayanpur - Dharakote, Ganjam
Narayanpur is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from Badagada and around 105 km from Chatrapur. Baradabili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narayanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayanpur is 410975. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 22 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 Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narayanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Narayanpur village had a total population of 340 people, including 173 males and 167 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.26%, with male literacy at 75.47% and female literacy at 48.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129.
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 | 340 | 173 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 58 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 120 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 53 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Narayanpur
Narayanpur 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 Narayanpur
Narayanpur 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 <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 Narayanpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Narayanpur is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narayanpur
Where is Narayanpur located?
Narayanpur village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narayanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narayanpur is Baradabili.
What is the pincode of Narayanpur?
The pincode of Narayanpur is 761109.
What is the population of Narayanpur?
Narayanpur had a total population of 340, including 173 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Narayanpur?
Narayanpur had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narayanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayanpur was 62.26%. Male literacy was 75.47% and female literacy was 48.34%.