It falls under the Bihpuria constituency of the Assam Legislative Assembly and is served by the Narayanpur Police Station.

Some scholars believe that the name "Narayanpur" is derived from the Koch garrison set up by Naranarayan during the Ahom-Koch conflict of the 16th century.

Narayanpur is a small town, situated at the coordinates 26°59′47″N and 93°53'49"E.[3] It is about 54 km to the west of the district headquarters North Lakhimpur.

Nearby towns are- Bihpuria to the east, Bandardewa to the north and Gohpur to the west.

It is the birthplace of several Baishnava gurus like Madhavdev, Haridev, Anirudhadev, Badala Padma Atta etc., Belaguri Sattra, Badala Sattra, Phulani Thaan, Bishnubalikuchi, Dahgharia Sattra, Budha Bapuchang, Maghnowa Dol, Dongia noi, Gohaikamal Ali, Radhapukhuri, Burhaburhi Pukhuri, Rangati Pukhuri, Naga Pukhuri, Pichala Nadi, Tulugoni jaan are some of the important historical places situated at Narayanpur.

Letekupukhuri/Ujiror Tol Rongajan - the birthplace of famous Vaishnav saint Mahapurush Madhavdev is about 15 km from Narayanpur.

Maghnowa Doul is an important religious and cultural site located in Narayanpur, Assam.

It is primarily known for its association with Vaishnavism, which has a strong presence in the region, influenced by the teachings of Srimanta Sankardeva, the founder of the Bhakti movement in Assam.

It holds a central role in the spiritual and cultural life of the Assamese people, especially in the Narayanpur area.

This festival, which marks the end of the harvesting season, is celebrated with much enthusiasm in Narayanpur and surrounding areas.

Maghnowa Doul is a key site during the celebrations, where devotees gather for prayers, offerings, and cultural events.

It plays a key role in preserving the traditional practices and rituals of Assamese society, particularly those associated with Vaishnavism.

Conclusion: Maghnowa Doul holds a place of great religious, cultural, and community significance in Narayanpur.

It is a symbol of Assam's rich Vaishnavite tradition and serves as a focal point for the region's spiritual and cultural activities, especially during important festivals like Magh Bihu.

Petuwa Gosani Than, is a historical Than or place of worship during Chutia kingdom is at Dholpur, nearly 7 km from Narayanpur.

[Phulani Than, a popular Namghar (Vaishnav temple of Krishna worship) is in the Narayanpur center.

As the idol was later established at the Bor-Kalaika Thaan, this place become known as Deotola (Deo- God, Tola- to lift).

This satra was established in Narayanpur in 1636 AD by Badala Padma Ataa who was a great follower of Mahapurush Madhabdev.

It is said that Padma Ataa got the responsibility of the upper Assam under Madhabdev and established the Satra at the land of Jamadagni.

Badala Padma Ataa was next to Sankardev and Madhabdev who took the great responsibility after the demise of these two holy figures.

But the construction work ended in halfway and hence it was named as Adhapukhuri (adha means half) which eventually changed to Radhapukhuri.

Greater Narayanpur area has very fertile land suitable for agricultural production- mainly Rice, Maah (Lentil), Potato, Onion, Garlic, Ginger, Tomatoes, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Brinjal and other vegetables.

Fisheries play a significant role towards the socio-economic upliftment of the common people of Narayanpur development block.

[9] Till recent times, Muga (Assam silk) production was quite common rural cottage industry.

Narayanpur has a Muga silkworm seed production unit under Central Silk Board, with its headquarters at Guwahati.