Narasinghapur - Dantan - II, Paschim Medinipur
Narasinghapur is a village situated in the Dantan - II subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Porolda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narasinghapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narasinghapur is 343979. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.11 hectares and falls under the 721445 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Narasinghapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narasinghapur
According to the 2011 Census, Narasinghapur village had a total population of 251 people, including 129 males and 122 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.57%, with male literacy at 90.83% and female literacy at 82.24%.
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 | 251 | 129 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 99 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 30 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Narasinghapur
Narasinghapur 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 Narasinghapur
Narasinghapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Narasinghapur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narasinghapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narasinghapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Narasinghapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narasinghapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narasinghapur
Where is Narasinghapur located?
Narasinghapur village is located in Dantan - II Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narasinghapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narasinghapur is Porolda.
What is the pincode of Narasinghapur?
The pincode of Narasinghapur is 721445.
What is the population of Narasinghapur?
Narasinghapur had a total population of 251, including 129 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Narasinghapur?
Narasinghapur had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narasinghapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narasinghapur was 86.57%. Male literacy was 90.83% and female literacy was 82.24%.