Napara - Raghunathpur - I, Purulia
Napara is a village situated in the Raghunathpur - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.2 km from Raghunathpur and around 53 km from Purulia. Sanka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Napara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Napara is 330262. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.62 hectares and falls under the 723121 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Napara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Napara
According to the 2011 Census, Napara village had a total population of 980 people, including 487 males and 493 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.59%, with male literacy at 83.61% and female literacy at 61.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 493.
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 | 980 | 487 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 60 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 237 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 625 | 357 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 130 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Napara
Napara 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 Napara
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Napara. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Napara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghunathpur to Napara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Napara is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Napara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Napara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Napara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Napara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Napara
Where is Napara located?
Napara village is located in Raghunathpur - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Napara?
The Gram Panchayat of Napara is Sanka.
What is the pincode of Napara?
The pincode of Napara is 723121.
What is the population of Napara?
Napara had a total population of 980, including 487 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Napara?
Napara had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Napara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Napara was 72.59%. Male literacy was 83.61% and female literacy was 61.75%.