Narasonda - Illambazar, Birbhum
Narasonda is a village situated in the Illambazar subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Illambazar and around 20.2 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Batikar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narasonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narasonda is 318037. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.49 hectares and falls under the 731121 pincode. Suri is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Narasonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Narasonda
According to the 2011 Census, Narasonda village had a total population of 1,292 people, including 675 males and 617 females, living in 274 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.34%, with male literacy at 70.42% and female literacy at 59.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 61.
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 | 1,292 | 675 | 617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 80 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 36 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 722 | 419 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 570 | 256 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Narasonda
Narasonda 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 Narasonda
Narasonda 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 Suri to Narasonda is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Narasonda is about 20.2 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 Narasonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narasonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Narasonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narasonda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narasonda
Where is Narasonda located?
Narasonda village is located in Illambazar Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narasonda?
The Gram Panchayat of Narasonda is Batikar.
What is the pincode of Narasonda?
The pincode of Narasonda is 731121.
What is the population of Narasonda?
Narasonda had a total population of 1,292, including 675 males and 617 females.
How many households are there in Narasonda?
Narasonda had 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narasonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narasonda was 65.34%. Male literacy was 70.42% and female literacy was 59.41%.