Natapuli - Chakdah, Nadia
Natapuli is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 46.2 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Silinda-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Natapuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Natapuli is 322275. The village covers a total geographical area of 280.92 hectares and falls under the 741223 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Natapuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakdaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Natapuli
According to the 2011 Census, Natapuli village had a total population of 1,917 people, including 980 males and 937 females, living in 461 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.59%, with male literacy at 84.77% and female literacy at 74.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 609, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 1,917 | 980 | 937 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 74 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 609 | 316 | 293 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,400 | 768 | 632 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 212 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Natapuli
Natapuli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajbaria | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Mithapur | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Dakshinrameswarpur | North | 1.74 km |
| Gangsara | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Silinda | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Balia | South | 2.28 km |
| Kamdebpur | East | 2.70 km |
| Santoshpur | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Gourisail | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Amdanga | South-West | 3.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Natapuli
Natapuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Payradanga, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.5 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakdaha to Natapuli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Natapuli is about 46.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Natapuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Natapuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Natapuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Natapuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Natapuli
Where is Natapuli located?
Natapuli village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Natapuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Natapuli is Silinda-i.
What is the pincode of Natapuli?
The pincode of Natapuli is 741223.
What is the population of Natapuli?
Natapuli had a total population of 1,917, including 980 males and 937 females.
How many households are there in Natapuli?
Natapuli had 461 households.
What is the literacy rate in Natapuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Natapuli was 79.59%. Male literacy was 84.77% and female literacy was 74.09%.