Narayanpur - Dubrajpur, Birbhum
Narayanpur is a village situated in the Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dubrajpur and around 14.3 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Chinpai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narayanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayanpur is 318093. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.25 hectares and falls under the 731104 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Suri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narayanpur
As per Census 2011, Narayanpur village has a total population of 3,591 people, consisting of 1,848 males and 1,743 females. The village has 755 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 477 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,404 literate and 1,187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 707 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narayanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,591 | 1,848 | 1,743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 477 | 235 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 707 | 377 | 330 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,404 | 1,346 | 1,058 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,187 | 502 | 685 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Dubrajpur | North-East | 0.92 km |
| Elema | South | 0.92 km |
| Chinpai | North-West | 1.01 km |
| Alalchak | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Tapaspur | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Sagar | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Bandhershol | West | 2.28 km |
| Bhadutia | South | 2.35 km |
| Buzrurchandra | East | 2.36 km |
| Bangaon | North-East | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narayanpur
Narayanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chinpai, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dubrajpur to Narayanpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Narayanpur is about 14.3 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narayanpur
Where is Narayanpur located?
Narayanpur village is located in Dubrajpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narayanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narayanpur is Chinpai.
What is the pincode of Narayanpur?
The pincode of Narayanpur is 731104.
What is the population of Narayanpur?
Narayanpur has a total population of 3,591, including 1,848 males and 1,743 females.
How many households are there in Narayanpur?
There are 755 households in Narayanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Narayanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayanpur is 66.95%. Male literacy is 72.84% and female literacy is 60.70%.