Nawdiha - Lundra, Surguja
Nawdiha is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Agasi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawdiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawdiha is 433342. The village covers a total geographical area of 220 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Nawdiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nawdiha
According to the 2011 Census, Nawdiha village had a total population of 449 people, including 204 males and 245 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,201 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.54%, with male literacy at 78.03% and female literacy at 66.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 307.
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 | 449 | 204 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 307 | 136 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 135 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 69 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Nawdiha
Nawdiha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deori | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Gagoli | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Kakni | East | 1.87 km |
| Sahanpur | South | 2.52 km |
| Karouli | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Agasi | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Ghaghari | South | 3.43 km |
| Dundu | North | 3.56 km |
| Patora | West | 3.69 km |
| Kachhar | North-East | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nawdiha
Nawdiha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Rajpur to Nawdiha is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Nawdiha is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawdiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawdiha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nawdiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawdiha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nawdiha
Where is Nawdiha located?
Nawdiha village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawdiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawdiha is Agasi.
What is the pincode of Nawdiha?
The pincode of Nawdiha is 497101.
What is the population of Nawdiha?
Nawdiha had a total population of 449, including 204 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Nawdiha?
Nawdiha had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawdiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawdiha was 71.54%. Male literacy was 78.03% and female literacy was 66.19%.