Narasundarpara - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Narasundarpara is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 31.7 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Uday serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narasundarpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narasundarpara is 310750. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 733140 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Narasundarpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narasundarpara
According to the 2011 Census, Narasundarpara village had a total population of 642 people, including 323 males and 319 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.43%, with male literacy at 85.30% and female literacy at 73.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 238.
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 | 642 | 323 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 44 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 118 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 238 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 85 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Narasundarpara
Narasundarpara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Durgaramchak | North | 0.68 km |
| Pulinda | East | 1.00 km |
| Tetrail | West | 1.13 km |
| Phulbari | South | 1.17 km |
| Nazirpur | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Mahendri | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Biranai | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Atash | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Palsa | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Nakair | South | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narasundarpara
Narasundarpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malancha, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Narasundarpara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Narasundarpara is about 31.7 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narasundarpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narasundarpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Narasundarpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narasundarpara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narasundarpara
Where is Narasundarpara located?
Narasundarpara village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narasundarpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Narasundarpara is Uday.
What is the pincode of Narasundarpara?
The pincode of Narasundarpara is 733140.
What is the population of Narasundarpara?
Narasundarpara had a total population of 642, including 323 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Narasundarpara?
Narasundarpara had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narasundarpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narasundarpara was 79.43%. Male literacy was 85.30% and female literacy was 73.68%.