Naopara - Khanakul - II, Hooghly
Naopara is a village situated in the Khanakul - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from Khanakul and around 76.8 km from Chinsura. Natibpur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naopara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naopara is 325936. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.43 hectares and falls under the 712406 pincode. Arambag is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Naopara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Naopara
According to the 2011 Census, Naopara village had a total population of 531 people, including 271 males and 260 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.74%, with male literacy at 97.11% and female literacy at 90.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 531 | 271 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 235 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 36 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Naopara
Naopara 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 Naopara
Naopara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambag to Naopara is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Naopara is about 76.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naopara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naopara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Naopara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naopara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naopara
Where is Naopara located?
Naopara village is located in Khanakul - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naopara?
The Gram Panchayat of Naopara is Natibpur-i.
What is the pincode of Naopara?
The pincode of Naopara is 712406.
What is the population of Naopara?
Naopara had a total population of 531, including 271 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Naopara?
Naopara had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naopara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naopara was 93.74%. Male literacy was 97.11% and female literacy was 90.30%.