Narayanpur - Chakdah, Nadia
Narayanpur is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 52.7 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Dewli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narayanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayanpur is 322243. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.43 hectares and falls under the 741222 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Haringhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narayanpur
As per Census 2011, Narayanpur village has a total population of 3,219 people, consisting of 1,668 males and 1,551 females. The village has 741 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 293 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,317 literate and 902 illiterate residents. Additionally, 989 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narayanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,219 | 1,668 | 1,551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 153 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 989 | 502 | 487 |
| Literate Population | 2,317 | 1,293 | 1,024 |
| Illiterate Population | 902 | 375 | 527 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadamgachhi | South | 1.23 km |
| Chak Mirjapur | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Ramkrishnapur | West | 1.63 km |
| Mandalhat | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Chaugachha | North | 1.93 km |
| Rasullapur | East | 1.98 km |
| Kundulia | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Mitrapur | South | 2.36 km |
| Gotera | West | 2.57 km |
| Ber Baria | North-East | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narayanpur
Narayanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Palpara, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakdaha to Narayanpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Narayanpur is about 52.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narayanpur
Where is Narayanpur located?
Narayanpur village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narayanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narayanpur is Dewli.
What is the pincode of Narayanpur?
The pincode of Narayanpur is 741222.
What is the population of Narayanpur?
Narayanpur has a total population of 3,219, including 1,668 males and 1,551 females.
How many households are there in Narayanpur?
There are 741 households in Narayanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Narayanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayanpur is 71.98%. Male literacy is 77.52% and female literacy is 66.02%.