Narasinghnagar - Soro, Balasore
Narasinghnagar is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Soro and around 38 km from Baleshwar. Jadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narasinghnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narasinghnagar is 393719. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Narasinghnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narasinghnagar
As per Census 2011, Narasinghnagar village has a total population of 382 people, consisting of 197 males and 185 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narasinghnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 382 | 197 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 25 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 149 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 48 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Narasinghnagar
Narasinghnagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ruso-19 | West | 0.65 km |
| Adia | South-East | 0.83 km |
| Ruso-18 | South-West | 1.15 km |
| Mendhagadia | East | 1.34 km |
| Raipitamber | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Patulida | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Gopinathpur | North | 1.76 km |
| Jadida | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Mahumuhan | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Juka | North | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narasinghnagar
Narasinghnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Soro, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 116.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Narasinghnagar is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Narasinghnagar is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narasinghnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narasinghnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Narasinghnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narasinghnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narasinghnagar
Where is Narasinghnagar located?
Narasinghnagar village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narasinghnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Narasinghnagar is Jadia.
What is the pincode of Narasinghnagar?
The pincode of Narasinghnagar is 756045.
What is the population of Narasinghnagar?
Narasinghnagar has a total population of 382, including 197 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Narasinghnagar?
There are 85 households in Narasinghnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Narasinghnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narasinghnagar is 67.02%. Male literacy is 75.63% and female literacy is 57.84%.