Narasingpur - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Narasingpur is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 63 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Nuaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narasingpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narasingpur is 430645. The village covers a total geographical area of 327 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Narasingpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narasingpur
According to the 2011 Census, Narasingpur village had a total population of 333 people, including 161 males and 172 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.40%, with male literacy at 49.58% and female literacy at 12.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 269.
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 | 333 | 161 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 125 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 59 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 102 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Narasingpur
Narasingpur 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 Narasingpur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Narasingpur.
| 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 Balimela to Narasingpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Narasingpur is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narasingpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narasingpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Narasingpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narasingpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Narasingpur
Where is Narasingpur located?
Narasingpur village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narasingpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narasingpur is Nuaguda.
What is the pincode of Narasingpur?
The pincode of Narasingpur is 764052.
What is the population of Narasingpur?
Narasingpur had a total population of 333, including 161 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Narasingpur?
Narasingpur had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narasingpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narasingpur was 30.40%. Male literacy was 49.58% and female literacy was 12.98%.