Narayanpur - Haroa, North 24 Parganas
Narayanpur is a village situated in the Haroa subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.3 km from Haroa. Sonapukur Sankarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narayanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayanpur is 323684. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.31 hectares and falls under the 743401 pincode. Basirhat is the nearest town, located about 44 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 Minakhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narayanpur
As per Census 2011, Narayanpur village has a total population of 3,106 people, consisting of 1,587 males and 1,519 females. The village has 711 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 365 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,369 literate and 737 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,864 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narayanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,106 | 1,587 | 1,519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 201 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,864 | 1,461 | 1,403 |
| Literate Population | 2,369 | 1,266 | 1,103 |
| Illiterate Population | 737 | 321 | 416 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalianai | North | 1.28 km |
| Meherpur | West | 1.35 km |
| Kulgachhi | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Chatra | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Serpur | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Kalinagar | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Jamirgachhi | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Kamarganti | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Jhujargachha | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Nangla Palpur | West | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narayanpur
Narayanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhasila, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Basirhat to Narayanpur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narayanpur
Where is Narayanpur located?
Narayanpur village is located in Haroa Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narayanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narayanpur is Sonapukur Sankarpur.
What is the pincode of Narayanpur?
The pincode of Narayanpur is 743401.
What is the population of Narayanpur?
Narayanpur has a total population of 3,106, including 1,587 males and 1,519 females.
How many households are there in Narayanpur?
There are 711 households in Narayanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Narayanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayanpur is 76.27%. Male literacy is 79.77% and female literacy is 72.61%.