Naurangpur - Behat, Saharanpur
Naurangpur is a village situated in the Behat tehsil of Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Behat and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Saharanpur. Naurangpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naurangpur is 109066. The village covers a total geographical area of 449.3 hectares and falls under the 247129 pincode. Saharanpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Naurangpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Naurangpur
According to the 2011 Census, Naurangpur village had a total population of 1,788 people, including 944 males and 844 females, living in 344 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.37%, with male literacy at 83.95% and female literacy at 63.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140.
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 | 1,788 | 944 | 844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 128 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 64 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,149 | 685 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 639 | 259 | 380 |
Nearby Villages of Naurangpur
Naurangpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalu Wala Pahadipur | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Kaluwala Jahanpur U. | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Abdullapur | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Raheempur | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Talhapur | South-West | 3.55 km |
| Ahmadpur | South-West | 4.02 km |
| Fatehpur Pelo | East | 4.14 km |
| Madanpura | West | 4.18 km |
| Janipur | South-West | 4.55 km |
| Kothdi Bahlolpur | North-West | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naurangpur
Naurangpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saharanpur to Naurangpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Saharanpur to Naurangpur is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naurangpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naurangpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Naurangpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naurangpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Naurangpur
Where is Naurangpur located?
Naurangpur village is located in Behat Tehsil, Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naurangpur?
Naurangpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naurangpur?
The pincode of Naurangpur is 247129.
What is the population of Naurangpur?
Naurangpur had a total population of 1,788, including 944 males and 844 females.
How many households are there in Naurangpur?
Naurangpur had 344 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naurangpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naurangpur was 74.37%. Male literacy was 83.95% and female literacy was 63.65%.