Narayanpur - Mathurapur - I, South 24 Parganas
Narayanpur is a village situated in the Mathurapur - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.6 km from Mathurapur and around 58.6 km from Alipore. Krishnachandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narayanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayanpur is 334832. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.11 hectares and falls under the 743354 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Narayanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raidighi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narayanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Narayanpur village had a total population of 375 people, including 193 males and 182 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.89%, with male literacy at 85.12% and female literacy at 60.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 272.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 375 | 193 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 147 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 143 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 50 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Narayanpur
Narayanpur 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 Narayanpur
Narayanpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Joynagar to Narayanpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Narayanpur is about 58.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narayanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narayanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Narayanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narayanpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narayanpur
Where is Narayanpur located?
Narayanpur village is located in Mathurapur - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narayanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narayanpur is Krishnachandrapur.
What is the pincode of Narayanpur?
The pincode of Narayanpur is 743354.
What is the population of Narayanpur?
Narayanpur had a total population of 375, including 193 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Narayanpur?
Narayanpur had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narayanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayanpur was 72.89%. Male literacy was 85.12% and female literacy was 60.37%.