Natgram - Gaighata, North 24 Parganas

Natgram is a village situated in the Gaighata subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.9 km from Gaighata and around 28 km from Barasat. Dharmapur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Natgram village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Natgram is 322689. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.79 hectares and falls under the 743249 pincode. Habra is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.

Natgram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gaighata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Natgram

According to the 2011 Census, Natgram village had a total population of 1,742 people, including 868 males and 874 females, living in 410 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.05%, with male literacy at 81.43% and female literacy at 76.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 334, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 214.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Natgram

Natgram 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Natgram

Natgram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bhasila, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Habra to Natgram is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Natgram is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Natgram

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Natgram village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Natgram

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Natgram village are given below:

FAQs about Natgram