Narsihapur - Walwa, Sangli
Narsihapur is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Narsinhpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narsihapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narsihapur is 568328. The village covers a total geographical area of 581 hectares and falls under the 415409 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Narsihapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narsihapur
As per Census 2011, Narsihapur village has a total population of 3,602 people, consisting of 1,898 males and 1,704 females. The village has 735 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 350 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,793 literate and 809 illiterate residents. Additionally, 727 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narsihapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,602 | 1,898 | 1,704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 204 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 727 | 383 | 344 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,793 | 1,561 | 1,232 |
| Illiterate Population | 809 | 337 | 472 |
Nearby Villages of Narsihapur
Narsihapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirate | East | 2.08 km |
| Tambave | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Yede Machchhindra | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Beradmachi | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Khubi | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Kille Machhindra Gad | North | 3.51 km |
| Hubalwadi | South | 3.74 km |
| Bichud | East | 3.81 km |
| Kharatwadi | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Lavanmachi | North-East | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narsihapur
Narsihapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhavani Nagar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Uran Islampur to Narsihapur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Narsihapur is about 53 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 Narsihapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narsihapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narsihapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narsihapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Narsihapur
Where is Narsihapur located?
Narsihapur village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narsihapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narsihapur is Narsinhpur.
What is the pincode of Narsihapur?
The pincode of Narsihapur is 415409.
What is the population of Narsihapur?
Narsihapur has a total population of 3,602, including 1,898 males and 1,704 females.
How many households are there in Narsihapur?
There are 735 households in Narsihapur.
What is the literacy rate in Narsihapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narsihapur is 77.54%. Male literacy is 82.24% and female literacy is 72.30%.