Napra Village - Habra - II, North 24 Parganas
Napra is a village situated in the Habra - II subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.9 km from Guma and around 18.4 km from Barasat. Dighara Malikberia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Napra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Napra is 322958. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.3 hectares and falls under the 743702 pincode. Habra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Napra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Napra
As per Census 2011, Napra village has a total population of 2,120 people, consisting of 1,082 males and 1,038 females. The village has 498 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 240 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,585 literate and 535 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 132 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Napra are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,120 | 1,082 | 1,038 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 128 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 45 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 66 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 1,585 | 821 | 764 |
| Illiterate Population | 535 | 261 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Napra
Napra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hatnapara | East | 0.86 km |
| Bagpul | West | 1.08 km |
| Tarulia | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Rajibpur | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Malikbaria | North | 1.58 km |
| Solemanpur | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Kadpur | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Rangri | North | 2.25 km |
| Talsa | South | 2.28 km |
| Rahana | North-West | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Napra
Napra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Barasat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Habra to Napra is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Napra is about 18.4 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 Napra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Napra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Napra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Napra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Napra
Where is Napra located?
Napra village is located in Habra - II Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Napra?
The Gram Panchayat of Napra is Dighara Malikberia.
What is the pincode of Napra?
The pincode of Napra is 743702.
What is the population of Napra?
Napra has a total population of 2,120, including 1,082 males and 1,038 females.
How many households are there in Napra?
There are 498 households in Napra.
What is the literacy rate in Napra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Napra is 74.76%. Male literacy is 75.88% and female literacy is 73.60%.