Naosarai - Balagarh, Hooghly
Naosarai is a village situated in the Balagarh subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.3 km from Patuligram and around 16.7 km from Chinsura. Dumurdahanityanandapur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naosarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naosarai is 325027. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.07 hectares and falls under the 712513 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Naosarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Naosarai
According to the 2011 Census, Naosarai village had a total population of 1,025 people, including 514 males and 511 females, living in 247 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.24%, with male literacy at 88.61% and female literacy at 81.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
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 | 1,025 | 514 | 511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 814 | 428 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 86 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Naosarai
Naosarai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Naosarai
Naosarai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Naosarai.
| 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Naosarai is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Naosarai is about 16.7 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naosarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naosarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Naosarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naosarai 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Naosarai
Where is Naosarai located?
Naosarai village is located in Balagarh Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naosarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Naosarai is Dumurdahanityanandapur-i.
What is the pincode of Naosarai?
The pincode of Naosarai is 712513.
What is the population of Naosarai?
Naosarai had a total population of 1,025, including 514 males and 511 females.
How many households are there in Naosarai?
Naosarai had 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naosarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naosarai was 85.24%. Male literacy was 88.61% and female literacy was 81.78%.