Narator - Raghunathpur - I, Purulia
Narator is a village situated in the Raghunathpur - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.3 km from Raghunathpur and around 75.4 km from Purulia. Chorpahari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narator village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narator is 330324. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.18 hectares and falls under the 723121 pincode. Adra is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Narator village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narator
According to the 2011 Census, Narator village had a total population of 552 people, including 272 males and 280 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.78%, with male literacy at 78.66% and female literacy at 44.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 552.
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 | 552 | 272 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 33 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 552 | 272 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 188 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 84 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Narator
Narator 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 Narator
Narator is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Narator.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Adra to Narator is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Narator is about 75.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narator
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narator village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Narator
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narator village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narator
Where is Narator located?
Narator village is located in Raghunathpur - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narator?
The Gram Panchayat of Narator is Chorpahari.
What is the pincode of Narator?
The pincode of Narator is 723121.
What is the population of Narator?
Narator had a total population of 552, including 272 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Narator?
Narator had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narator?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narator was 61.78%. Male literacy was 78.66% and female literacy was 44.40%.