Narasinghpur - Ranapur, Nayagarh
Narasinghpur is a village situated in the Ranapur tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranapur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Narasinghpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narasinghpur is 406885. The village covers a total geographical area of 497 hectares and falls under the 752026 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 40 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 Ranpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narasinghpur
As per Census 2011, Narasinghpur village has a total population of 1,816 people, consisting of 934 males and 882 females. The village has 404 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,429 literate and 387 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 219 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narasinghpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,816 | 934 | 882 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 107 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 219 | 106 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 1,429 | 787 | 642 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 147 | 240 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Santarapur | South | 1.42 km |
| Khadipadar | East | 1.57 km |
| Borigaon | East | 1.91 km |
| Betarjanga | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Natima | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Hansara | West | 2.30 km |
| Namagaria | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Wainlorautarapur | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Badabaramul | West | 2.65 km |
| Jhadapada | South | 2.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narasinghpur
Narasinghpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhusandpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Narasinghpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Narasinghpur
Where is Narasinghpur located?
Narasinghpur village is located in Ranapur Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narasinghpur?
Narasinghpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narasinghpur?
The pincode of Narasinghpur is 752026.
What is the population of Narasinghpur?
Narasinghpur has a total population of 1,816, including 934 males and 882 females.
How many households are there in Narasinghpur?
There are 404 households in Narasinghpur.
What is the literacy rate in Narasinghpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narasinghpur is 78.69%. Male literacy is 84.26% and female literacy is 72.79%.