Narikelabar - Shyampur - I, Howrah
Narikelabar is a village situated in the Shyampur - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.8 km from Shyampur and around 58.3 km from Howrah. Syampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narikelabar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narikelabar is 333122. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.59 hectares and falls under the 711314 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Narikelabar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shyampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narikelabar
According to the 2011 Census, Narikelabar village had a total population of 1,802 people, including 922 males and 880 females, living in 458 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.25%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 83.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 1,802 | 922 | 880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 71 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,437 | 759 | 678 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 163 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Narikelabar
Narikelabar 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 Narikelabar
Narikelabar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uluberia to Narikelabar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Narikelabar is about 58.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narikelabar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narikelabar 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Narikelabar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narikelabar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Narikelabar
Where is Narikelabar located?
Narikelabar village is located in Shyampur - I Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narikelabar?
The Gram Panchayat of Narikelabar is Syampur.
What is the pincode of Narikelabar?
The pincode of Narikelabar is 711314.
What is the population of Narikelabar?
Narikelabar had a total population of 1,802, including 922 males and 880 females.
How many households are there in Narikelabar?
Narikelabar had 458 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narikelabar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narikelabar was 86.25%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 83.19%.