Narasinghpur - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Narasinghpur is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Alatara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narasinghpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narasinghpur is 422448. The village covers a total geographical area of 268 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 70 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 Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narasinghpur
As per Census 2011, Narasinghpur village has a total population of 366 people, consisting of 177 males and 189 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 155 literate and 211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 290 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narasinghpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 366 | 177 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 | 141 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 92 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 85 | 126 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Goindamunda | North-West | 0.46 km |
| Paramanandapur | North | 1.89 km |
| Kendumundi | West | 2.16 km |
| Kabichandrapur | South | 2.16 km |
| Sarujuli | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Alatara | East | 2.78 km |
| Dhumabhata | North | 3.07 km |
| Agadhupur | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Bhalupia | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Sagarpali | South-East | 3.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narasinghpur
Narasinghpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kesinga to Narasinghpur is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Narasinghpur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narasinghpur
Where is Narasinghpur located?
Narasinghpur village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narasinghpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narasinghpur is Alatara.
What is the pincode of Narasinghpur?
The pincode of Narasinghpur is 766102.
What is the population of Narasinghpur?
Narasinghpur has a total population of 366, including 177 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Narasinghpur?
There are 85 households in Narasinghpur.
What is the literacy rate in Narasinghpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narasinghpur is 42.35%. Male literacy is 51.98% and female literacy is 33.33%.