Namakanda - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Namakanda is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 40.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Talowan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Namakanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Namakanda is 316537. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.29 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Namakanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Namakanda
As per Census 2011, Namakanda village has a total population of 583 people, consisting of 301 males and 282 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 487 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 578 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Namakanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 583 | 301 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 578 | 298 | 280 |
| Literate Population | 487 | 267 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 34 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Namakanda
Namakanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bilaspur | North-West | 1.01 km |
| Kanachi | South | 1.11 km |
| Majharipara | South-East | 1.14 km |
| Junidpur | North | 1.27 km |
| Karkaria (part) | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Haturia | West | 1.72 km |
| Sandhigara | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Mahula | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Bejuri | East | 2.37 km |
| Bhalian | West | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Namakanda
Namakanda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tarapith Road, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rampurhat to Namakanda is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Namakanda is about 40.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Namakanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Namakanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Namakanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Namakanda 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 Namakanda
Where is Namakanda located?
Namakanda village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Namakanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Namakanda is Talowan.
What is the pincode of Namakanda?
The pincode of Namakanda is 731216.
What is the population of Namakanda?
Namakanda has a total population of 583, including 301 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Namakanda?
There are 139 households in Namakanda.
What is the literacy rate in Namakanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Namakanda is 83.53%. Male literacy is 88.70% and female literacy is 78.01%.