Noagarh - Puncha, Purulia
Noagarh is a village situated in the Puncha subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 31.2 km from Puncha and around 29.4 km from Purulia. Chandra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Noagarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Noagarh is 331113. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.61 hectares and falls under the 723128 pincode. Puruliya is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Noagarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Noagarh
According to the 2011 Census, Noagarh village had a total population of 1,605 people, including 840 males and 765 females, living in 330 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.44%, with male literacy at 82.03% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 891, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 1,605 | 840 | 765 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 111 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 891 | 461 | 430 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,003 | 598 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 602 | 242 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Noagarh
Noagarh 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 Noagarh
Public transport in the Noagarh is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puruliya to Noagarh is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Noagarh is about 29.4 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 Noagarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Noagarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Noagarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Noagarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Noagarh
Where is Noagarh located?
Noagarh village is located in Puncha Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Noagarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Noagarh is Chandra.
What is the pincode of Noagarh?
The pincode of Noagarh is 723128.
What is the population of Noagarh?
Noagarh had a total population of 1,605, including 840 males and 765 females.
How many households are there in Noagarh?
Noagarh had 330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Noagarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Noagarh was 71.44%. Male literacy was 82.03% and female literacy was 60.00%.