Barun Napara - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Barun Napara is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.4 km from Polba and around 12.7 km from Chinsura. Amnan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barun Napara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barun Napara is 325178. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.9 hectares and falls under the 712148 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Barun Napara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barun Napara
As per Census 2011, Barun Napara village has a total population of 1,628 people, consisting of 818 males and 810 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,261 literate and 367 illiterate residents. Additionally, 223 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 171 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barun Napara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,628 | 818 | 810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 76 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 223 | 100 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 80 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 1,261 | 684 | 577 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 134 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Barun Napara
Barun Napara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Soa | North | 0.82 km |
| Ramnagar | South | 0.96 km |
| Araji Jotchandi | South-West | 0.96 km |
| Amnan | West | 1.47 km |
| Bhaturia | East | 1.56 km |
| Ochai | North | 1.61 km |
| Belgare | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Kashwara | South | 2.17 km |
| Paunan | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Gotu | South-East | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barun Napara
Public transport in the Barun Napara is mainly available through bus services. 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 27.5 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Barun Napara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Barun Napara is about 12.7 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 Barun Napara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barun Napara 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barun 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 Barun Napara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barun Napara
Where is Barun Napara located?
Barun Napara village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barun Napara?
The Gram Panchayat of Barun Napara is Amnan.
What is the pincode of Barun Napara?
The pincode of Barun Napara is 712148.
What is the population of Barun Napara?
Barun Napara has a total population of 1,628, including 818 males and 810 females.
How many households are there in Barun Napara?
There are 370 households in Barun Napara.
What is the literacy rate in Barun Napara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barun Napara is 77.46%. Male literacy is 83.62% and female literacy is 71.23%.