Narsinghpur - Pithora, Mahasamund
Narsinghpur is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Narsinghpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narsinghpur is 446451. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.01 hectares and falls under the 493555 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Narsinghpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narsinghpur
As per Census 2011, Narsinghpur village has a total population of 1,003 people, consisting of 514 males and 489 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 708 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 214 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narsinghpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,003 | 514 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 120 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 708 | 391 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 123 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Narsinghpur
Narsinghpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chanordih Tukda | East | 1.07 km |
| Jarra | West | 1.50 km |
| Jagdishpur | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Bamdadih | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Chanaurdih | East | 1.87 km |
| Jagdishpur Tukda Hostpi | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Jiradabari | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Sitapur | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Burodih | North | 2.80 km |
| Rasoda | East | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narsinghpur
Narsinghpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Komakhan, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagbahara to Narsinghpur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Narsinghpur is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narsinghpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narsinghpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narsinghpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narsinghpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narsinghpur
Where is Narsinghpur located?
Narsinghpur village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narsinghpur?
Narsinghpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narsinghpur?
The pincode of Narsinghpur is 493555.
What is the population of Narsinghpur?
Narsinghpur has a total population of 1,003, including 514 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Narsinghpur?
There are 298 households in Narsinghpur.
What is the literacy rate in Narsinghpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narsinghpur is 70.59%. Male literacy is 76.07% and female literacy is 64.83%.