Naranpur - Kakatpur, Puri
Naranpur is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Othaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naranpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naranpur is 409139. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 752108 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 21 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 Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naranpur
As per Census 2011, Naranpur village has a total population of 962 people, consisting of 493 males and 469 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 650 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 331 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naranpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 962 | 493 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 331 | 176 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 650 | 369 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 124 | 188 |
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
Naranpur 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 Nimapada to Naranpur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Naranpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 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 Naranpur
Where is Naranpur located?
Naranpur village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naranpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Naranpur is Othaka.
What is the pincode of Naranpur?
The pincode of Naranpur is 752108.
What is the population of Naranpur?
Naranpur has a total population of 962, including 493 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Naranpur?
There are 233 households in Naranpur.
What is the literacy rate in Naranpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naranpur is 67.57%. Male literacy is 74.85% and female literacy is 59.91%.