Narasingapalli - Polasara, Ganjam
Narasingapalli is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Chirikipada Sasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narasingapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narasingapalli is 411560. The village covers a total geographical area of 145 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Narasingapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narasingapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Narasingapalli village had a total population of 349 people, including 168 males and 181 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.99%, with male literacy at 74.83% and female literacy at 51.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
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 | 349 | 168 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 113 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 55 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Narasingapalli
Narasingapalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Banaramachandrapur | South | 1.23 km |
| Chirikipadasasan | North-East | 1.57 km |
| Badapankalabadi | West | 1.64 km |
| Sanabaragam | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Tentulia | East | 2.00 km |
| Sunaribuguda | South | 2.61 km |
| Chandiramachandrapur | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Hansaralli | East | 3.02 km |
| Budheisuni | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Bhabarada | North-East | 3.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narasingapalli
Narasingapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khallikot, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Polasara to Narasingapalli is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Narasingapalli is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narasingapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narasingapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Narasingapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narasingapalli 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Narasingapalli
Where is Narasingapalli located?
Narasingapalli village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narasingapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Narasingapalli is Chirikipada Sasan.
What is the pincode of Narasingapalli?
The pincode of Narasingapalli is 761105.
What is the population of Narasingapalli?
Narasingapalli had a total population of 349, including 168 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Narasingapalli?
Narasingapalli had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narasingapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narasingapalli was 62.99%. Male literacy was 74.83% and female literacy was 51.59%.