Naraptpur - Ikauna, Shrawasti
Naraptpur is a village situated in the Ikauna tehsil of Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ikauna and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Bhinga. Naraptpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naraptpur is 173124. The village covers a total geographical area of 263.13 hectares and falls under the 271845 pincode. Balrampur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Naraptpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrawasti Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Naraptpur
According to the 2011 Census, Naraptpur village had a total population of 3,716 people, including 1,947 males and 1,769 females, living in 456 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.47%, with male literacy at 78.69% and female literacy at 67.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 171.
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 | 3,716 | 1,947 | 1,769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 701 | 361 | 340 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 91 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,215 | 1,248 | 967 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,501 | 699 | 802 |
Nearby Villages of Naraptpur
Naraptpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baluakakra | South | 1.05 km |
| Pure Mansaram | East | 1.14 km |
| Narhara | West | 1.57 km |
| Majhaubwa | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Dudherwa | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Paras Rampur | North | 2.01 km |
| Bisunapur | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Khairahniya Beerpur | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Basantpur Bankat | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Raniyapur | West | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naraptpur
Naraptpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balrampur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balrampur to Naraptpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhinga to Naraptpur is about 59 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 Naraptpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naraptpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Naraptpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naraptpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naraptpur
Where is Naraptpur located?
Naraptpur village is located in Ikauna Tehsil, Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naraptpur?
Naraptpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naraptpur?
The pincode of Naraptpur is 271845.
What is the population of Naraptpur?
Naraptpur had a total population of 3,716, including 1,947 males and 1,769 females.
How many households are there in Naraptpur?
Naraptpur had 456 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naraptpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naraptpur was 73.47%. Male literacy was 78.69% and female literacy was 67.67%.