Narottampur - Murarai - II, Birbhum
Narottampur is a village situated in the Murarai - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paikar and around 89.1 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Amdole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narottampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narottampur is 316093. The village covers a total geographical area of 235.36 hectares and falls under the 731221 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Narottampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narottampur
As per Census 2011, Narottampur village has a total population of 3,594 people, consisting of 1,859 males and 1,735 females. The village has 810 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 567 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,383 literate and 2,211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 671 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narottampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,594 | 1,859 | 1,735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 567 | 290 | 277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 671 | 343 | 328 |
| Literate Population | 1,383 | 799 | 584 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,211 | 1,060 | 1,151 |
Nearby Villages of Narottampur
Narottampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kulara | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Amritapur | West | 1.63 km |
| Majhara | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Uttar Ramchandrapur | East | 1.90 km |
| Baliadanga | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Kalahapur | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Sankhulia | North | 2.29 km |
| Harispur | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Bipra Nandigram | West | 2.90 km |
| Amdol | North | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narottampur
Narottampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Banshlai Bridge, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Narottampur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Narottampur is about 89.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narottampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narottampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Narottampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narottampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narottampur
Where is Narottampur located?
Narottampur village is located in Murarai - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narottampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narottampur is Amdole.
What is the pincode of Narottampur?
The pincode of Narottampur is 731221.
What is the population of Narottampur?
Narottampur has a total population of 3,594, including 1,859 males and 1,735 females.
How many households are there in Narottampur?
There are 810 households in Narottampur.
What is the literacy rate in Narottampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narottampur is 38.48%. Male literacy is 42.98% and female literacy is 33.66%.