Narsinghpur - Tusura, Balangir
Narsinghpur is a village situated in the Tusura tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Tushura and around 25 km from Balangir. Badangomunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narsinghpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narsinghpur is 420433. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 767030 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 24 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 Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narsinghpur
As per Census 2011, Narsinghpur village has a total population of 161 people, consisting of 85 males and 76 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 65 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narsinghpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 161 | 85 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 56 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 29 | 36 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tebdamunda | North | 1.35 km |
| Sindrabahali | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Badangomunda | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Dangapathar | West | 1.64 km |
| Sargada | East | 2.16 km |
| Hatisara | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Sinakhaman | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Samara | South | 2.78 km |
| Jarasingha | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Naikensira | West | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narsinghpur
Narsinghpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Deogan Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 1.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balangir to Narsinghpur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Narsinghpur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Narsinghpur
Where is Narsinghpur located?
Narsinghpur village is located in Tusura Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narsinghpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narsinghpur is Badangomunda.
What is the pincode of Narsinghpur?
The pincode of Narsinghpur is 767030.
What is the population of Narsinghpur?
Narsinghpur has a total population of 161, including 85 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Narsinghpur?
There are 40 households in Narsinghpur.
What is the literacy rate in Narsinghpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narsinghpur is 59.63%. Male literacy is 65.88% and female literacy is 52.63%.