Narsinghpur Kalan - Harraiya, Basti
Narsinghpur Kalan is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Hunra Kunwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narsinghpur Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narsinghpur Kalan is 179545. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.28 hectares and falls under the 272301 pincode. Basti is the nearest town.
Narsinghpur Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Narsinghpur Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Narsinghpur Kalan village had a total population of 359 people, including 191 males and 168 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.52%, with male literacy at 80.12% and female literacy at 53.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 359 | 191 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 133 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 58 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Narsinghpur Kalan
Narsinghpur Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ajagra | South-West | 0.64 km |
| Jaraipur | East | 0.77 km |
| Hunra Kunwar | North-West | 0.89 km |
| Barah Bhitiya | North | 0.95 km |
| Ashokpur Tappa Dubauliya | West | 1.00 km |
| Manpur | West | 1.20 km |
| Mairopur | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Keshrajpur | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Pikaura Kuwar | East | 1.44 km |
| Malkainiya | South-East | 1.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narsinghpur Kalan
Narsinghpur Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Babhnan, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.4 km.
| 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 Basti to Narsinghpur Kalan 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 Narsinghpur Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narsinghpur Kalan 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 Narsinghpur Kalan
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 Kalan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Narsinghpur Kalan
Where is Narsinghpur Kalan located?
Narsinghpur Kalan village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narsinghpur Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Narsinghpur Kalan is Hunra Kunwar.
What is the pincode of Narsinghpur Kalan?
The pincode of Narsinghpur Kalan is 272301.
What is the population of Narsinghpur Kalan?
Narsinghpur Kalan had a total population of 359, including 191 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Narsinghpur Kalan?
Narsinghpur Kalan had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narsinghpur Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narsinghpur Kalan was 67.52%. Male literacy was 80.12% and female literacy was 53.38%.