Narsipur - Telhara, Akola
Narsipur is a village situated in the Telhara tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Telhara and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Narsipur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narsipur is 529690. The village covers a total geographical area of 550 hectares and falls under the 444108 pincode. Telhara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Narsipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narsipur
As per Census 2011, Narsipur village has a total population of 2,149 people, consisting of 1,136 males and 1,013 females. The village has 431 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,591 literate and 558 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narsipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,149 | 1,136 | 1,013 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 151 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 58 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,591 | 863 | 728 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 273 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Narsipur
Narsipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khelsatwaji | North | 2.17 km |
| Khakata | West | 2.44 km |
| Ner | South | 2.83 km |
| Khelkrushnaji | North | 2.94 km |
| Dapura | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Ubarkhed | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Khel Mukardam | North-West | 4.00 km |
| Umri | South-West | 4.10 km |
| Hanwadi | East | 4.13 km |
| Kheldeshpande | North-West | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narsipur
Narsipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patsul, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Telhara to Narsipur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Narsipur is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narsipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narsipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narsipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narsipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narsipur
Where is Narsipur located?
Narsipur village is located in Telhara Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narsipur?
Narsipur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narsipur?
The pincode of Narsipur is 444108.
What is the population of Narsipur?
Narsipur has a total population of 2,149, including 1,136 males and 1,013 females.
How many households are there in Narsipur?
There are 431 households in Narsipur.
What is the literacy rate in Narsipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narsipur is 74.03%. Male literacy is 75.97% and female literacy is 71.87%.