Narasinghapur Village - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Narasinghapur is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gokharanapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narasinghapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narasinghapur is 412770. The village covers a total geographical area of 230 hectares and falls under the 760002 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Narasinghapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narasinghapur
As per Census 2011, Narasinghapur village has a total population of 1,172 people, consisting of 568 males and 604 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 615 literate and 557 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narasinghapur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,172 | 568 | 604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 82 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 59 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 362 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 206 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Narasinghapur
Narasinghapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Laxminarayanpur | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Turubudi | South | 1.86 km |
| Bijaypadmanabhapur | West | 1.96 km |
| Anangapur | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Khajuripalli | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Basudevpur | East | 2.05 km |
| Gokarnapur | North | 2.26 km |
| Chhatramandir | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Chotaraipur | East | 2.39 km |
| Ghodapolana | South-East | 2.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narasinghapur
Narasinghapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Golanthra, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 126.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Brahmapur to Narasinghapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Narasinghapur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narasinghapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narasinghapur 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Narasinghapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narasinghapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narasinghapur
Where is Narasinghapur located?
Narasinghapur village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narasinghapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narasinghapur is Gokharanapur.
What is the pincode of Narasinghapur?
The pincode of Narasinghapur is 760002.
What is the population of Narasinghapur?
Narasinghapur has a total population of 1,172, including 568 males and 604 females.
How many households are there in Narasinghapur?
There are 281 households in Narasinghapur.
What is the literacy rate in Narasinghapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narasinghapur is 52.47%. Male literacy is 63.73% and female literacy is 41.89%.