Nor

Nor is a village located in Baruipur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.5km away from sub-district headquarter Piyali (tehsildar office) and 34.4km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Shankarpur Ii is the gram panchayat of Nor village.

Here you can discover what makes Nor unique in its vibrant Baruipur-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Nor’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Nor

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nor is 333950. The village spans a total geographical area of 59.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743372. Baruipur is nearest town to Nor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Nor village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Nor

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Population of Nor

According to the 2011 Census, Nor has a total population of about 3,032, with approximately 1,621 males and 1,411 females. The sex ratio is around 870 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 445 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 48 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.69%, with male literacy at about 66.38% and female literacy near 60.60%. There are around 668 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,032 1,621 1,411
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 445 245 200
Scheduled Castes (SC) 48 27 21
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,931 1,076 855
Illiterate Population 1,101 545 556

Connectivity of Nor

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nor. As per the 2011 stats, Nor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Nor

Knowing the nearby villages of Nor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nor.

Frequently Asked Questions about Nor

Where is Nor located?
Nor village is situated in Baruipur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nor?
The Gram Panchayat of Nor is Shankarpur Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Nor?
The pincode of Nor is 743372, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nor is 3,032, with 1,621 males and 1,411 females.
How many households are there in Nor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nor village has a total of 668 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nor as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nor is 63.69%. The male literacy rate is 66.38%, while the female literacy rate is 60.60%.