Narasinhapur - Raina - II, Purba Bardhaman
Narasinhapur is a village situated in the Raina - II subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.3 km from Shyamsundar. Barabainan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narasinhapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narasinhapur is 321049. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.5 hectares and falls under the 713427 pincode. Burdwan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Narasinhapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Narasinhapur
According to the 2011 Census, Narasinhapur village had a total population of 1,331 people, including 696 males and 635 females, living in 313 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.66%, with male literacy at 84.42% and female literacy at 64.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 835.
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 | 1,331 | 696 | 635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 80 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 835 | 437 | 398 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 881 | 520 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 450 | 176 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Narasinhapur
Narasinhapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Narasinhapur | West | 0.97 km |
| Reshalatpur | East | 1.07 km |
| Atapur | South | 1.12 km |
| Bara Bainan | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Siali | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Ujirpur | East | 2.24 km |
| Muidipur | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Bataspur | West | 2.62 km |
| Kotshimul | South | 2.64 km |
| Gotan | South-West | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narasinhapur
Narasinhapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tarakeswar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Burdwan to Narasinhapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narasinhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narasinhapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Narasinhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narasinhapur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narasinhapur
Where is Narasinhapur located?
Narasinhapur village is located in Raina - II Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narasinhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Narasinhapur is Barabainan.
What is the pincode of Narasinhapur?
The pincode of Narasinhapur is 713427.
What is the population of Narasinhapur?
Narasinhapur had a total population of 1,331, including 696 males and 635 females.
How many households are there in Narasinhapur?
Narasinhapur had 313 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narasinhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narasinhapur was 74.66%. Male literacy was 84.42% and female literacy was 64.01%.