Purbba Narayanpur - Dhaniakhali, Hooghly
Purbba Narayanpur is a village situated in the Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.1 km from Dhaniakhali and around 35.7 km from Chinsura. Khajudahamilki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Narayanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Narayanpur is 324698. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.74 hectares and falls under the 712612 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Purbba Narayanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purbba Narayanpur
As per Census 2011, Purbba Narayanpur village has a total population of 590 people, consisting of 313 males and 277 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 390 literate and 200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 259 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 184 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purbba Narayanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 590 | 313 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 147 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 92 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 237 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 76 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Narayanpur
Purbba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kathalgaria | North-East | 0.95 km |
| Kanta Garia | North-West | 0.96 km |
| Uttar Basudebpur | South | 0.97 km |
| Uliara | North-East | 1.14 km |
| Durgapur | West | 1.28 km |
| Melki Kutubpur | East | 1.58 km |
| Bhabanipur | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Gopalpur | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Itachona | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Bhastara | North-West | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Narayanpur
Purbba Narayanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Cheragram Bh., while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Tarakeswar to Purbba Narayanpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Purbba Narayanpur is about 35.7 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 Purbba Narayanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Narayanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba 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 Purbba Narayanpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purbba Narayanpur
Where is Purbba Narayanpur located?
Purbba Narayanpur village is located in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Narayanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Narayanpur is Khajudahamilki.
What is the pincode of Purbba Narayanpur?
The pincode of Purbba Narayanpur is 712612.
What is the population of Purbba Narayanpur?
Purbba Narayanpur has a total population of 590, including 313 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Narayanpur?
There are 143 households in Purbba Narayanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Narayanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Narayanpur is 66.10%. Male literacy is 75.72% and female literacy is 55.23%.