Uttar Narayanpur - Arambag, Hooghly
Uttar Narayanpur is a village situated in the Arambag subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.1 km from Arambag and around 74.2 km from Chinsura. Batanal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Narayanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Narayanpur is 324266. The village covers a total geographical area of 259.3 hectares and falls under the 712615 pincode. Arambagh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Uttar Narayanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arambag Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Uttar Narayanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Narayanpur village had a total population of 2,175 people, including 1,089 males and 1,086 females, living in 494 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.29%, with male literacy at 93.62% and female literacy at 82.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 969.
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 | 2,175 | 1,089 | 1,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 102 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 969 | 488 | 481 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,734 | 924 | 810 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 165 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Narayanpur
Uttar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Behala | North-East | 1.14 km |
| Ruitchak | North | 1.33 km |
| Bora | West | 1.45 km |
| Balundi | South | 1.48 km |
| Chak Madan | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Bhalia | East | 1.97 km |
| Karui | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Chak Jalal | North | 2.51 km |
| Batanal | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Telua | South-East | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Narayanpur
Public transport in the Uttar Narayanpur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Arambagh to Uttar Narayanpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Uttar Narayanpur is about 74.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Narayanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar 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 Uttar Narayanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uttar Narayanpur
Where is Uttar Narayanpur located?
Uttar Narayanpur village is located in Arambag Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uttar Narayanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Narayanpur is Batanal.
What is the pincode of Uttar Narayanpur?
The pincode of Uttar Narayanpur is 712615.
What is the population of Uttar Narayanpur?
Uttar Narayanpur had a total population of 2,175, including 1,089 males and 1,086 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Narayanpur?
Uttar Narayanpur had 494 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Narayanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Narayanpur was 88.29%. Male literacy was 93.62% and female literacy was 82.91%.