Narayanpur (P) - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Narayanpur (P) is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 43.6 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Belbari-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narayanpur (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayanpur (P) is 310595. The village covers a total geographical area of 709 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Narayanpur (P) 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 Narayanpur (P)
According to the 2011 Census, Narayanpur (P) village had a total population of 5,883 people, including 3,019 males and 2,864 females, living in 1,288 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.09%, with male literacy at 69.31% and female literacy at 50.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,756, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,028.
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 | 5,883 | 3,019 | 2,864 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 771 | 383 | 388 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,756 | 1,919 | 1,837 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,028 | 535 | 493 |
| Literate Population | 3,072 | 1,827 | 1,245 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,811 | 1,192 | 1,619 |
Nearby Villages of Narayanpur (P)
Narayanpur (P) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Debipur | East | 1.73 km |
| Malipara | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Charulya | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Patan | West | 2.29 km |
| Kadighat (p) | South | 2.48 km |
| Khayerban | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Akchha | West | 3.04 km |
| Naodapara | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Mahurkismat | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Pargaon | North-West | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narayanpur (P)
Narayanpur (P) 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 27.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gangarampur to Narayanpur (P) is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Narayanpur (P) is about 43.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narayanpur (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narayanpur (P) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Narayanpur (P)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narayanpur (P) 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narayanpur (P)
Where is Narayanpur (P) located?
Narayanpur (P) village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narayanpur (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Narayanpur (P) is Belbari-ii.
What is the pincode of Narayanpur (P)?
The pincode of Narayanpur (P) is 733124.
What is the population of Narayanpur (P)?
Narayanpur (P) had a total population of 5,883, including 3,019 males and 2,864 females.
How many households are there in Narayanpur (P)?
Narayanpur (P) had 1,288 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narayanpur (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayanpur (P) was 60.09%. Male literacy was 69.31% and female literacy was 50.28%.