Noapara - Bhangar - I, South 24 Parganas
Noapara is a village situated in the Bhangar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.7 km from Gobindapur and around 34.5 km from Alipore. Bodra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Noapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Noapara is 333683. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.56 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Champahati is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Noapara 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 Noapara
As per Census 2011, Noapara village has a total population of 1,756 people, consisting of 904 males and 852 females. The village has 356 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,056 literate and 700 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Noapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,756 | 904 | 852 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 133 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,056 | 564 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 700 | 340 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Noapara
Noapara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Erenda | North-West | 1.07 km |
| Dakshin Narikel Beria | South-West | 1.13 km |
| Bodra | South-East | 1.15 km |
| Saihati | North | 2.12 km |
| Badi | South | 2.21 km |
| Naora | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Harispur | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Shaksahar | West | 2.40 km |
| Situri | West | 2.45 km |
| Saitgachhi | North | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Noapara
Noapara 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 Champahati to Noapara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Noapara is about 34.5 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 Noapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Noapara 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 Noapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Noapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Noapara
Where is Noapara located?
Noapara village is located in Bhangar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Noapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Noapara is Bodra.
What is the pincode of Noapara?
The pincode of Noapara is 743502.
What is the population of Noapara?
Noapara has a total population of 1,756, including 904 males and 852 females.
How many households are there in Noapara?
There are 356 households in Noapara.
What is the literacy rate in Noapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Noapara is 60.14%. Male literacy is 62.39% and female literacy is 57.75%.