Narasinghpur Village - Dharmasala, Jajpur
Narasinghpur is a village situated in the Dharmasala tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Dharmasala and around 45 km from Jajapur . Patunia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narasinghpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narasinghpur is 401231. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 755008 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Dharmasala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narasinghpur
As per Census 2011, Narasinghpur village has a total population of 2,689 people, consisting of 1,390 males and 1,299 females. The village has 546 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,018 literate and 671 illiterate residents. Additionally, 650 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narasinghpur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,689 | 1,390 | 1,299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 167 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 650 | 326 | 324 |
| Literate Population | 2,018 | 1,125 | 893 |
| Illiterate Population | 671 | 265 | 406 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nilakanthapur | East | 0.69 km |
| Utarpratap | North | 1.02 km |
| Kaimabada | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Gogal | West | 1.19 km |
| Ratapur | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Gopanagara | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Deoda | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Jahal | North | 1.98 km |
| Mirjapursamilbasudeipur | South | 2.02 km |
| Baliguda | East | 2.04 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 Haridaspur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jajapur to Narasinghpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jajapur to Narasinghpur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narasinghpur
Where is Narasinghpur located?
Narasinghpur village is located in Dharmasala Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narasinghpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narasinghpur is Patunia.
What is the pincode of Narasinghpur?
The pincode of Narasinghpur is 755008.
What is the population of Narasinghpur?
Narasinghpur has a total population of 2,689, including 1,390 males and 1,299 females.
How many households are there in Narasinghpur?
There are 546 households in Narasinghpur.
What is the literacy rate in Narasinghpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narasinghpur is 75.05%. Male literacy is 80.94% and female literacy is 68.75%.