Narayanpur - Harischandrapur - I, Malda
Narayanpur is a village situated in the Harischandrapur - I subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.3 km from Harischandrapur and around 70.1 km from English Bazar. Harishchandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narayanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayanpur is 312069. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.5 hectares and falls under the 732125 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Narayanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harischandrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narayanpur
As per Census 2011, Narayanpur village has a total population of 2,039 people, consisting of 1,038 males and 1,001 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 950 literate and 1,089 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 562 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narayanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,039 | 1,038 | 1,001 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 156 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 562 | 296 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 950 | 549 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,089 | 489 | 600 |
Nearby Villages of Narayanpur
Narayanpur 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 Narayanpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Narayanpur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Narayanpur.
| 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 Malda to Narayanpur is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Narayanpur is about 70.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narayanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narayanpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narayanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narayanpur 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 Narayanpur
Where is Narayanpur located?
Narayanpur village is located in Harischandrapur - I Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narayanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narayanpur is Harishchandrapur.
What is the pincode of Narayanpur?
The pincode of Narayanpur is 732125.
What is the population of Narayanpur?
Narayanpur has a total population of 2,039, including 1,038 males and 1,001 females.
How many households are there in Narayanpur?
There are 400 households in Narayanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Narayanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayanpur is 46.59%. Male literacy is 52.89% and female literacy is 40.06%.