Narayanpur - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Narayanpur is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 87.7 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Kalikamora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narayanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayanpur is 310474. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.92 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliagong is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Narayanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narayanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Narayanpur village had a total population of 628 people, including 328 males and 300 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.85%, with male literacy at 65.98% and female literacy at 57.03%.
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 | 628 | 328 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 37 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 192 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 136 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Narayanpur
Narayanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manipukur | South-West | 0.53 km |
| Jagannathpur | South-West | 0.91 km |
| Bhagmaha | North | 1.06 km |
| Faraspur | East | 1.17 km |
| Kalikamora | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Makrampur | East | 1.82 km |
| Uttar Amarpur | South | 1.83 km |
| Deulbari | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Mahagram | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Paptahar Bhaktipur | West | 2.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narayanpur
Narayanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Buniadpur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.9 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliagong to Narayanpur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Narayanpur is about 87.7 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 Narayanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narayanpur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Narayanpur
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 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 Narayanpur
Where is Narayanpur located?
Narayanpur village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narayanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narayanpur is Kalikamora.
What is the pincode of Narayanpur?
The pincode of Narayanpur is 733132.
What is the population of Narayanpur?
Narayanpur had a total population of 628, including 328 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Narayanpur?
Narayanpur had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narayanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayanpur was 61.85%. Male literacy was 65.98% and female literacy was 57.03%.