Narasingapur - Sandur, Ballari
Narasingapur is a village situated in the Sandur taluka of Ballari district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from Sandur and around 56 km from Bellary. Narasingapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narasingapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narasingapur is 605006. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.6 hectares and falls under the 583118 pincode. Sandur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Narasingapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sandur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narasingapur
As per Census 2011, Narasingapur village has a total population of 2,291 people, consisting of 1,169 males and 1,122 females. The village has 461 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 353 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,357 literate and 934 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,425 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narasingapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,291 | 1,169 | 1,122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 187 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 79 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,425 | 721 | 704 |
| Literate Population | 1,357 | 806 | 551 |
| Illiterate Population | 934 | 363 | 571 |
Nearby Villages of Narasingapur
Narasingapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranjitpur | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Bhujanganagar | North-West | 4.39 km |
| Vittalnagar | South-East | 4.56 km |
| Deogiri | South | 5.02 km |
| Karthikeshwar | South-West | 6.37 km |
| Krishnanagar | North-West | 7.08 km |
| Ayyanahalli | North-East | 7.90 km |
| Taranagar | North | 8.32 km |
| Tonisigeri | South-East | 8.53 km |
| Narayanapur | South-East | 8.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narasingapur
Narasingapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Toranagallu, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sandur to Narasingapur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Narasingapur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narasingapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narasingapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narasingapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narasingapur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Narasingapur
Where is Narasingapur located?
Narasingapur village is located in Sandur Taluka, Ballari district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narasingapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narasingapur is Narasingapura.
What is the pincode of Narasingapur?
The pincode of Narasingapur is 583118.
What is the population of Narasingapur?
Narasingapur has a total population of 2,291, including 1,169 males and 1,122 females.
How many households are there in Narasingapur?
There are 461 households in Narasingapur.
What is the literacy rate in Narasingapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narasingapur is 59.23%. Male literacy is 68.95% and female literacy is 49.11%.