Dakshin Narikel Beria - Bhangar - I, South 24 Parganas
Dakshin Narikel Beria is a village situated in the Bhangar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.3 km from Gobindapur and around 34 km from Alipore. Bodra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Narikel Beria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Narikel Beria is 333691. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.86 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Sonarpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dakshin Narikel Beria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dakshin Narikel Beria
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Narikel Beria village has a total population of 1,493 people, consisting of 759 males and 734 females. The village has 357 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,177 literate and 316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Narikel Beria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,493 | 759 | 734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 90 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 176 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,177 | 619 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 140 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Narikel Beria
Dakshin Narikel Beria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Noapara | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Situri | West | 1.36 km |
| Erenda | North | 1.68 km |
| Badi | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Binarat | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Jhungri | West | 1.92 km |
| Shaksahar | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Bodra | East | 1.98 km |
| Sondalia | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Balipur | North-West | 2.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dakshin Narikel Beria
Dakshin Narikel Beria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghutiari Sharif, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sonarpur to Dakshin Narikel Beria is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Dakshin Narikel Beria is about 34 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 Dakshin Narikel Beria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Narikel Beria 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dakshin Narikel Beria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dakshin Narikel Beria 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Narikel Beria
Where is Dakshin Narikel Beria located?
Dakshin Narikel Beria village is located in Bhangar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Narikel Beria?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Narikel Beria is Bodra.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Narikel Beria?
The pincode of Dakshin Narikel Beria is 743502.
What is the population of Dakshin Narikel Beria?
Dakshin Narikel Beria has a total population of 1,493, including 759 males and 734 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Narikel Beria?
There are 357 households in Dakshin Narikel Beria.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Narikel Beria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Narikel Beria is 78.83%. Male literacy is 81.55% and female literacy is 76.02%.