Napara - Pandua, Hooghly
Napara is a village situated in the Pandua subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.9 km from Pandua and around 30.6 km from Chinsura. Lchhobadaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Napara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Napara is 324888. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.48 hectares and falls under the 712146 pincode. Bansberia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Napara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Napara
According to the 2011 Census, Napara village had a total population of 182 people, including 98 males and 84 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.46%, with male literacy at 80.90% and female literacy at 68.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 182 | 98 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 92 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 72 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 26 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Napara
Napara 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 Napara
Napara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Napara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bansberia to Napara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Napara is about 30.6 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 Napara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Napara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Napara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Napara 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 Napara
Where is Napara located?
Napara village is located in Pandua Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Napara?
The Gram Panchayat of Napara is Lchhobadaspur.
What is the pincode of Napara?
The pincode of Napara is 712146.
What is the population of Napara?
Napara had a total population of 182, including 98 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Napara?
Napara had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Napara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Napara was 75.46%. Male literacy was 80.90% and female literacy was 68.92%.