Naora - Bhangar - I, South 24 Parganas
Naora is a village situated in the Bhangar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.1 km from Gobindapur and around 35.6 km from Alipore. Bodra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naora is 333682. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.37 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Sonarpur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Naora 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 Naora
As per Census 2011, Naora village has a total population of 4,572 people, consisting of 2,376 males and 2,196 females. The village has 965 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 616 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,901 literate and 1,671 illiterate residents. Additionally, 591 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,572 | 2,376 | 2,196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 616 | 322 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 591 | 306 | 285 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,901 | 1,595 | 1,306 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,671 | 781 | 890 |
Nearby Villages of Naora
Naora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanjdia | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Gokulpur | East | 1.93 km |
| Saitgachhi | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Jagulgachhi | North | 2.04 km |
| Khar Gachhi | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Bodra | South | 2.10 km |
| Pita Simulia | East | 2.10 km |
| Saihati | West | 2.10 km |
| Erenda | West | 2.19 km |
| Noapara | South-West | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naora
Naora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. 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 22.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonarpur to Naora is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Naora is about 35.6 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 Naora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naora 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 Naora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Naora
Where is Naora located?
Naora village is located in Bhangar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naora?
The Gram Panchayat of Naora is Bodra.
What is the pincode of Naora?
The pincode of Naora is 743502.
What is the population of Naora?
Naora has a total population of 4,572, including 2,376 males and 2,196 females.
How many households are there in Naora?
There are 965 households in Naora.
What is the literacy rate in Naora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naora is 63.45%. Male literacy is 67.13% and female literacy is 59.47%.