Narayanpur - Murshidabad Jiaganj, Murshidabad
Narayanpur is a village situated in the Murshidabad Jiaganj subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murshidabad and around 22.1 km from the district headquarters in Berhampore. Bahadurpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narayanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayanpur is 314899. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.64 hectares and falls under the 742164 pincode. Jiaganj is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Narayanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Narayanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Narayanpur village had a total population of 1,044 people, including 544 males and 500 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.28%, with male literacy at 71.09% and female literacy at 63.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 1,044 | 544 | 500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 84 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 27 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 586 | 327 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 217 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Narayanpur
Narayanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jayenpur | South-West | 0.56 km |
| Bilgobra | North-West | 1.00 km |
| Digha | North-East | 1.20 km |
| Ramchandrapur | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Gujasti Rampur | West | 1.33 km |
| Sadeksarai | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Beliapukur | South | 1.48 km |
| Rameswarbati | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Ramnagobra | North | 1.79 km |
| Chandipur | South | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narayanpur
Narayanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Subarnamrigi, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.6 km.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jiaganj to Narayanpur is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Berhampore to Narayanpur is about 22.1 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 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narayanpur
Where is Narayanpur located?
Narayanpur village is located in Murshidabad Jiaganj Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narayanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narayanpur is Bahadurpur.
What is the pincode of Narayanpur?
The pincode of Narayanpur is 742164.
What is the population of Narayanpur?
Narayanpur had a total population of 1,044, including 544 males and 500 females.
How many households are there in Narayanpur?
Narayanpur had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narayanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayanpur was 67.28%. Male literacy was 71.09% and female literacy was 63.02%.