Narayantala - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Narayantala is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 0.45 km from Sarisha and around 35.9 km from Alipore. Sarisa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narayantala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayantala is 334482. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.84 hectares and falls under the 743336 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Narayantala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narayantala
As per Census 2011, Narayantala village has a total population of 2,647 people, consisting of 1,369 males and 1,278 females. The village has 536 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 358 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,910 literate and 737 illiterate residents. Additionally, 139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narayantala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,647 | 1,369 | 1,278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 185 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 65 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 1,910 | 1,050 | 860 |
| Illiterate Population | 737 | 319 | 418 |
Nearby Villages of Narayantala
Narayantala 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 Narayantala
Narayantala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Narayantala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Diamond Harbour to Narayantala is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Narayantala is about 35.9 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 Narayantala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narayantala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Narayantala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narayantala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Narayantala
Where is Narayantala located?
Narayantala village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narayantala?
The Gram Panchayat of Narayantala is Sarisa.
What is the pincode of Narayantala?
The pincode of Narayantala is 743336.
What is the population of Narayantala?
Narayantala has a total population of 2,647, including 1,369 males and 1,278 females.
How many households are there in Narayantala?
There are 536 households in Narayantala.
What is the literacy rate in Narayantala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayantala is 72.16%. Male literacy is 76.70% and female literacy is 67.29%.