Narasinghpur - Banei, Sundargarh
Narasinghpur is a village situated in the Banei tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banei and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Govindpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narasinghpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narasinghpur is 385169. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 770051 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 81 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 Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narasinghpur
According to the 2011 Census, Narasinghpur village had a total population of 206 people, including 111 males and 95 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.23%, with male literacy at 87.37% and female literacy at 70.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 103.
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 | 206 | 111 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 16 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 58 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 83 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 28 | 33 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sauntipali | South | 0.92 km |
| Kenaveta | East | 1.73 km |
| Kanturupali | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Sendhpur | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Indrapur | South | 1.78 km |
| Govindpur | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Patrapali | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Sanbaurkela | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Sanjharmunda | West | 2.73 km |
| Badbaurkela | North | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narasinghpur
Narasinghpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Raurkela to Narasinghpur is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Narasinghpur is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 <1 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 Banei Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narasinghpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narasinghpur is Govindpur.
What is the pincode of Narasinghpur?
The pincode of Narasinghpur is 770051.
What is the population of Narasinghpur?
Narasinghpur had a total population of 206, including 111 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Narasinghpur?
Narasinghpur had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narasinghpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narasinghpur was 79.23%. Male literacy was 87.37% and female literacy was 70.45%.