Narajpur - Egra - II, Purba Medinipur
Narajpur is a village situated in the Egra - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Deshbandhu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narajpur is 346745. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.95 hectares and falls under the 721429 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Narajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Egra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Medinipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Narajpur village had a total population of 568 people, including 290 males and 278 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.10%, with male literacy at 85.44% and female literacy at 68.40%.
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 | 568 | 290 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 223 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 67 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Narajpur
Narajpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Narajpur
Narajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Narajpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Narajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narajpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narajpur
Where is Narajpur located?
Narajpur village is located in Egra - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narajpur is Deshbandhu.
What is the pincode of Narajpur?
The pincode of Narajpur is 721429.
What is the population of Narajpur?
Narajpur had a total population of 568, including 290 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Narajpur?
Narajpur had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narajpur was 77.10%. Male literacy was 85.44% and female literacy was 68.40%.