Narasinghpur - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Narasinghpur is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Nagapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narasinghpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narasinghpur is 398290. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 754108 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Narasinghpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narasinghpur
As per Census 2011, Narasinghpur village has a total population of 1,297 people, consisting of 638 males and 659 females. The village has 301 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 938 literate and 359 illiterate residents. Additionally, 626 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narasinghpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,297 | 638 | 659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 70 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 626 | 312 | 314 |
| Literate Population | 938 | 500 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 138 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Narasinghpur
Narasinghpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopalpur | North-West | 0.94 km |
| Sangrampur | South-West | 1.04 km |
| Balikuda | East | 1.24 km |
| Baisimul | South | 1.26 km |
| Mallikapur | North | 1.53 km |
| Balisahi | East | 1.80 km |
| Salijanga | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Badagar | North | 1.98 km |
| Ogarpur | South | 2.20 km |
| Nalio | South-East | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narasinghpur
Narasinghpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jagatsinghapur to Narasinghpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narasinghpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narasinghpur 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 Narasinghpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narasinghpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Narasinghpur
Where is Narasinghpur located?
Narasinghpur village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narasinghpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narasinghpur is Nagapur.
What is the pincode of Narasinghpur?
The pincode of Narasinghpur is 754108.
What is the population of Narasinghpur?
Narasinghpur has a total population of 1,297, including 638 males and 659 females.
How many households are there in Narasinghpur?
There are 301 households in Narasinghpur.
What is the literacy rate in Narasinghpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narasinghpur is 72.32%. Male literacy is 78.37% and female literacy is 66.46%.