Narendrapur - Simulia, Balasore
Narendrapur is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Similia and around 55 km from Baleshwar. Kirkona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narendrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narendrapur is 394148. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Narendrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narendrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Narendrapur village had a total population of 394 people, including 198 males and 196 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.61%, with male literacy at 87.86% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 278.
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 | 394 | 198 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 25 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 140 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 152 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 46 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Narendrapur
Narendrapur 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 Narendrapur
Narendrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Narendrapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Narendrapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Narendrapur is about 55 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 Narendrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narendrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narendrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narendrapur 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narendrapur
Where is Narendrapur located?
Narendrapur village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narendrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narendrapur is Kirkona.
What is the pincode of Narendrapur?
The pincode of Narendrapur is 756134.
What is the population of Narendrapur?
Narendrapur had a total population of 394, including 198 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Narendrapur?
Narendrapur had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narendrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narendrapur was 77.61%. Male literacy was 87.86% and female literacy was 66.67%.