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
According to the 2011 Census, Narayanpur village had a total population of 3,219 people, including 1,668 males and 1,551 females, living in 741 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.19%, with male literacy at 85.35% and female literacy at 72.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 989.
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 | 3,219 | 1,668 | 1,551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 293 | 153 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 989 | 502 | 487 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 3,219, including 1,668 males and 1,551 females.
How many households are there in Narayanpur?
Narayanpur had 741 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narayanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayanpur was 79.19%. Male literacy was 85.35% and female literacy was 72.57%.