Naranpur - Mathurapur - II, South 24 Parganas
Naranpur is a village situated in the Mathurapur - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.6 km from Baribhanga Abad and around 76.5 km from Alipore. Nandakumarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naranpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naranpur is 335193. The village covers a total geographical area of 287.33 hectares and falls under the 743354 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Naranpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Naranpur
According to the 2011 Census, Naranpur village had a total population of 2,327 people, including 1,209 males and 1,118 females, living in 446 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.34%, with male literacy at 85.40% and female literacy at 64.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,295.
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 | 2,327 | 1,209 | 1,118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 168 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,295 | 666 | 629 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,509 | 889 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 818 | 320 | 498 |
Nearby Villages of Naranpur
Naranpur 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 Naranpur
Naranpur 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 Joynagar to Naranpur is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Naranpur is about 76.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naranpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naranpur 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 Naranpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naranpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naranpur
Where is Naranpur located?
Naranpur village is located in Mathurapur - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naranpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Naranpur is Nandakumarpur.
What is the pincode of Naranpur?
The pincode of Naranpur is 743354.
What is the population of Naranpur?
Naranpur had a total population of 2,327, including 1,209 males and 1,118 females.
How many households are there in Naranpur?
Naranpur had 446 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naranpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naranpur was 75.34%. Male literacy was 85.40% and female literacy was 64.45%.