Narayanpur - Canning - II, South 24 Parganas
Narayanpur is a village situated in the Canning - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.2 km from Canning and around 64.8 km from Alipore. Narayanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayanpur is 333878. The village covers a total geographical area of 543.85 hectares and falls under the 743329 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Narayanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narayanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Narayanpur village had a total population of 9,468 people, including 4,819 males and 4,649 females, living in 2,005 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.97%, with male literacy at 79.14% and female literacy at 66.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,581.
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 | 9,468 | 4,819 | 4,649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,293 | 614 | 679 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,581 | 1,830 | 1,751 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 5,965 | 3,328 | 2,637 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,503 | 1,491 | 2,012 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Narayanpur.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Narayanpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Narayanpur is about 64.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Narayanpur
Where is Narayanpur located?
Narayanpur village is located in Canning - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narayanpur?
Narayanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narayanpur?
The pincode of Narayanpur is 743329.
What is the population of Narayanpur?
Narayanpur had a total population of 9,468, including 4,819 males and 4,649 females.
How many households are there in Narayanpur?
Narayanpur had 2,005 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narayanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayanpur was 72.97%. Male literacy was 79.14% and female literacy was 66.42%.