Naodapara - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Naodapara is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 46.7 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Sukdevpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naodapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naodapara is 310592. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.1 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Naodapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushmandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naodapara
According to the 2011 Census, Naodapara village had a total population of 401 people, including 210 males and 191 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.93%, with male literacy at 79.89% and female literacy at 67.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 311.
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 | 401 | 210 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 165 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 147 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 63 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Naodapara
Naodapara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khayerban | South | 1.02 km |
| Katatair | North-West | 1.02 km |
| Mahurkismat | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Ilamtair | East | 1.89 km |
| Debipur | South | 2.02 km |
| Ramdebpur | East | 2.15 km |
| Bhoral | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Haridaspur | East | 2.31 km |
| Kashimpur | South-East | 2.46 km |
| Jahangirpur | North-East | 2.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naodapara
Naodapara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gangarampur to Naodapara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Naodapara is about 46.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naodapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naodapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Naodapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naodapara 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Naodapara
Where is Naodapara located?
Naodapara village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naodapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Naodapara is Sukdevpur.
What is the pincode of Naodapara?
The pincode of Naodapara is 733124.
What is the population of Naodapara?
Naodapara had a total population of 401, including 210 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Naodapara?
Naodapara had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naodapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naodapara was 73.93%. Male literacy was 79.89% and female literacy was 67.27%.