Narasinghpur - Nilagiri, Balasore
Narasinghpur is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Nilagiri and around 20 km from Baleshwar. Narasinghpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narasinghpur is 393090. The village covers a total geographical area of 335 hectares and falls under the 756020 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Narasinghpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narasinghpur
According to the 2011 Census, Narasinghpur village had a total population of 1,582 people, including 779 males and 803 females, living in 476 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.20%, with male literacy at 77.64% and female literacy at 61.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 569, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 377.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,582 | 779 | 803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 117 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 569 | 279 | 290 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 377 | 190 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 939 | 514 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 643 | 265 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Narasinghpur
Narasinghpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Narasinghpur
Narasinghpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Baleshwar to Narasinghpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Narasinghpur is about 20 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 Narasinghpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narasinghpur 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 Narasinghpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narasinghpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narasinghpur
Where is Narasinghpur located?
Narasinghpur village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narasinghpur?
Narasinghpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narasinghpur?
The pincode of Narasinghpur is 756020.
What is the population of Narasinghpur?
Narasinghpur had a total population of 1,582, including 779 males and 803 females.
How many households are there in Narasinghpur?
Narasinghpur had 476 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narasinghpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narasinghpur was 69.20%. Male literacy was 77.64% and female literacy was 61.15%.