Narsihnpur - Harraiya, Basti
Narsihnpur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Dhirauli Babu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narsihnpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narsihnpur is 180059. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.3 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Narsihnpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narsihnpur
According to the 2011 Census, Narsihnpur village had a total population of 177 people, including 89 males and 88 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.43%, with male literacy at 73.97% and female literacy at 37.31%.
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 | 177 | 89 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 54 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 35 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Narsihnpur
Narsihnpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandaraupur | South-East | 0.67 km |
| Dhirauli Babu | West | 0.73 km |
| Dhaurahra Chauhan | North-East | 0.91 km |
| Gangapur Dube | South-West | 0.95 km |
| Sahindapur | North | 1.35 km |
| Bujhavakpur | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Chandaha | South | 1.41 km |
| Baburi Babu | East | 1.42 km |
| Batauli | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Mahadeva | South-East | 1.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narsihnpur
Narsihnpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ulna Bhari, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Basti to Narsihnpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Narsihnpur is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narsihnpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narsihnpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Narsihnpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narsihnpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narsihnpur
Where is Narsihnpur located?
Narsihnpur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narsihnpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narsihnpur is Dhirauli Babu.
What is the pincode of Narsihnpur?
The pincode of Narsihnpur is 272130.
What is the population of Narsihnpur?
Narsihnpur had a total population of 177, including 89 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Narsihnpur?
Narsihnpur had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narsihnpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narsihnpur was 56.43%. Male literacy was 73.97% and female literacy was 37.31%.