Naopukuria - Hanskhali, Nadia
Naopukuria is a village situated in the Hanskhali subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hanskhali and around 12.2 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Batkulla-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naopukuria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naopukuria is 321869. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.56 hectares and falls under the 741121 pincode. Krishnagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Naopukuria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Krishnaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naopukuria
As per Census 2011, Naopukuria village has a total population of 3,189 people, consisting of 1,687 males and 1,502 females. The village has 763 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,449 literate and 740 illiterate residents. Additionally, 703 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naopukuria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,189 | 1,687 | 1,502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 147 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 703 | 365 | 338 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 23 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,449 | 1,367 | 1,082 |
| Illiterate Population | 740 | 320 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Naopukuria
Naopukuria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badkulla (ct) | South-East | 0.74 km |
| Patua | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Purba Khamar Simulia | North | 1.70 km |
| Panch Baria | East | 1.79 km |
| Gangni (ct) | South | 2.07 km |
| Dharmma Daha | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Chandan Daha | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Khamar Simulia | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Gopal Pur | West | 2.65 km |
| Kaya | East | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naopukuria
Naopukuria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Badkulla, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Krishnagar to Naopukuria is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Naopukuria is about 12.2 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 Naopukuria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naopukuria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Naopukuria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naopukuria 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naopukuria
Where is Naopukuria located?
Naopukuria village is located in Hanskhali Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naopukuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Naopukuria is Batkulla-i.
What is the pincode of Naopukuria?
The pincode of Naopukuria is 741121.
What is the population of Naopukuria?
Naopukuria has a total population of 3,189, including 1,687 males and 1,502 females.
How many households are there in Naopukuria?
There are 763 households in Naopukuria.
What is the literacy rate in Naopukuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naopukuria is 76.80%. Male literacy is 81.03% and female literacy is 72.04%.