Barakpur Naopara - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Barakpur Naopara is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.5 km from Polba and around 8.3 km from Chinsura. Rajhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barakpur Naopara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barakpur Naopara is 325160. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.54 hectares and falls under the 712123 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Barakpur Naopara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunchura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barakpur Naopara
As per Census 2011, Barakpur Naopara village has a total population of 842 people, consisting of 463 males and 379 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 818 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 544 literate and 298 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barakpur Naopara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 842 | 463 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 55 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 134 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 31 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 544 | 312 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 151 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Barakpur Naopara
Barakpur Naopara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nandipur | South-West | 0.66 km |
| Kalora | South | 0.99 km |
| Debanandapur | North-East | 1.02 km |
| Rajhat | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Manushpur (ct) | East | 1.43 km |
| Tarabihari | North | 1.49 km |
| Kazidanga | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Panchrakhi | South | 1.75 km |
| Krishnapur Chandanpur | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Baral Malimpur | North | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barakpur Naopara
Barakpur Naopara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bandel Jn, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Barakpur Naopara is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Barakpur Naopara is about 8.3 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barakpur Naopara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barakpur Naopara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barakpur 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 Barakpur Naopara 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barakpur Naopara
Where is Barakpur Naopara located?
Barakpur Naopara village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barakpur Naopara?
The Gram Panchayat of Barakpur Naopara is Rajhat.
What is the pincode of Barakpur Naopara?
The pincode of Barakpur Naopara is 712123.
What is the population of Barakpur Naopara?
Barakpur Naopara has a total population of 842, including 463 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Barakpur Naopara?
There are 195 households in Barakpur Naopara.
What is the literacy rate in Barakpur Naopara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barakpur Naopara is 64.61%. Male literacy is 67.39% and female literacy is 61.21%.