Narayani - Falta, South 24 Parganas
Narayani is a village situated in the Falta subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from Falta and around 36.6 km from Alipore. Harindanga-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narayani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayani is 334277. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.54 hectares and falls under the 743504 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Narayani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narayani
As per Census 2011, Narayani village has a total population of 1,933 people, consisting of 977 males and 956 females. The village has 434 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 318 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,068 literate and 865 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narayani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,933 | 977 | 956 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 182 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 1,068 | 572 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 865 | 405 | 460 |
Nearby Villages of Narayani
Narayani 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 Narayani
Narayani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Narayani is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Narayani is about 36.6 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 Narayani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narayani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narayani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narayani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Narayani
Where is Narayani located?
Narayani village is located in Falta Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narayani?
The Gram Panchayat of Narayani is Harindanga-ii.
What is the pincode of Narayani?
The pincode of Narayani is 743504.
What is the population of Narayani?
Narayani has a total population of 1,933, including 977 males and 956 females.
How many households are there in Narayani?
There are 434 households in Narayani.
What is the literacy rate in Narayani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayani is 55.25%. Male literacy is 58.55% and female literacy is 51.88%.