Narsinghpur - Khariar, Nuapada
Narsinghpur is a village situated in the Khariar tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khariar and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Risigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narsinghpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narsinghpur is 422009. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 766107 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 7 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 Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narsinghpur
As per Census 2011, Narsinghpur village has a total population of 1,069 people, consisting of 545 males and 524 females. The village has 269 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 485 literate and 584 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narsinghpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,069 | 545 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 73 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 99 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 485 | 308 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 237 | 347 |
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 shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Narsinghpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Narsinghpur is about 77 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narsinghpur
Where is Narsinghpur located?
Narsinghpur village is located in Khariar Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narsinghpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narsinghpur is Risigaon.
What is the pincode of Narsinghpur?
The pincode of Narsinghpur is 766107.
What is the population of Narsinghpur?
Narsinghpur has a total population of 1,069, including 545 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Narsinghpur?
There are 269 households in Narsinghpur.
What is the literacy rate in Narsinghpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narsinghpur is 45.37%. Male literacy is 56.51% and female literacy is 33.78%.