Narayanpur - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Narayanpur is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairakhol and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Badbahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narayanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayanpur is 382463. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 11 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 Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narayanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Narayanpur village had a total population of 10 people, including 6 males and 4 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 33.33%.
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 | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Narayanpur
Narayanpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tileimal | North | 1.11 km |
| Jharamunda | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Khandahata | West | 1.69 km |
| Badbahal | North | 2.07 km |
| Angarpoda | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Laindamal | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Ladubahal | West | 2.61 km |
| Damgarh | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Palsanal | North | 3.18 km |
| Jubarajpur | South | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narayanpur
Narayanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rairakhol, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Narayanpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Narayanpur is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 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 Narayanpur
Where is Narayanpur located?
Narayanpur village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narayanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narayanpur is Badbahal.
What is the pincode of Narayanpur?
The pincode of Narayanpur is 768106.
What is the population of Narayanpur?
Narayanpur had a total population of 10, including 6 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Narayanpur?
Narayanpur had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narayanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayanpur was 77.78%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 33.33%.