Narsinghpur - Banspal, Keonjhar
Narsinghpur is a village situated in the Banspal tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from Nayakote and around 70 km from Kendujhar. Talakadakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narsinghpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narsinghpur is 386225. The village covers a total geographical area of 560 hectares and falls under the 758085 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Narsinghpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narsinghpur
According to the 2011 Census, Narsinghpur village had a total population of 584 people, including 308 males and 276 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.97%, with male literacy at 49.58% and female literacy at 23.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 457.
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 | 584 | 308 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 68 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 457 | 240 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 119 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 189 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Narsinghpur
Narsinghpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Narsinghpur
Public transport in the Narsinghpur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendujhar to Narsinghpur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Narsinghpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narsinghpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narsinghpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narsinghpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narsinghpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narsinghpur
Where is Narsinghpur located?
Narsinghpur village is located in Banspal Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narsinghpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narsinghpur is Talakadakala.
What is the pincode of Narsinghpur?
The pincode of Narsinghpur is 758085.
What is the population of Narsinghpur?
Narsinghpur had a total population of 584, including 308 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Narsinghpur?
Narsinghpur had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narsinghpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narsinghpur was 36.97%. Male literacy was 49.58% and female literacy was 23.68%.