Narsanda - Chaibasa, West Singhbhum
Narsanda is a village situated in the Chaibasa subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from Pashchimi Singhbhum Chaibasa. Narsanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narsanda is 378111. The village covers a total geographical area of 583 hectares and falls under the 833204 pincode. Chaibasa is the nearest town.
Narsanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaibasa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narsanda
As per Census 2011, Narsanda village has a total population of 4,841 people, consisting of 2,409 males and 2,432 females. The village has 1,039 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 777 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,803 literate and 2,038 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,039 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narsanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,841 | 2,409 | 2,432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 777 | 403 | 374 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,039 | 1,981 | 2,058 |
| Literate Population | 2,803 | 1,640 | 1,163 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,038 | 769 | 1,269 |
Nearby Villages of Narsanda
Narsanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lupunggutu | South | 1.96 km |
| Pancho | West | 2.04 km |
| Baihatu | North | 2.21 km |
| Parampancho | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Karlajori | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Tonto | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Dumbisai | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Putida | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Guira | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Kamarhatu | South-East | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narsanda
Narsanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chaibasa, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Pashchimi Singhbhum Chaibasa to Narsanda is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narsanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narsanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narsanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narsanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Narsanda
Where is Narsanda located?
Narsanda village is located in Chaibasa Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narsanda?
Narsanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narsanda?
The pincode of Narsanda is 833204.
What is the population of Narsanda?
Narsanda has a total population of 4,841, including 2,409 males and 2,432 females.
How many households are there in Narsanda?
There are 1,039 households in Narsanda.
What is the literacy rate in Narsanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narsanda is 57.90%. Male literacy is 68.08% and female literacy is 47.82%.