Narnpur - Simulia, Balasore
Narnpur is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Similia and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Kirkona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narnpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narnpur is 394067. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Narnpur 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 Narnpur
As per Census 2011, Narnpur village has a total population of 686 people, consisting of 349 males and 337 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 376 literate and 310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 554 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narnpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 686 | 349 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 65 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 554 | 285 | 269 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 232 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 117 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Narnpur
Narnpur 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 Narnpur
Narnpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Narnpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Narnpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narnpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narnpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Narnpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narnpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narnpur
Where is Narnpur located?
Narnpur village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narnpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narnpur is Kirkona.
What is the pincode of Narnpur?
The pincode of Narnpur is 756134.
What is the population of Narnpur?
Narnpur has a total population of 686, including 349 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Narnpur?
There are 163 households in Narnpur.
What is the literacy rate in Narnpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narnpur is 54.81%. Male literacy is 66.48% and female literacy is 42.73%.