Namudag - Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha*, Palamu
Namudag is a village situated in the Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatarpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Namudag village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Namudag is 365611. The village covers a total geographical area of 447 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Namudag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Namudag
According to the 2011 Census, Namudag village had a total population of 3,163 people, including 1,638 males and 1,525 females, living in 585 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.94%, with male literacy at 72.20% and female literacy at 44.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,265, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 3,163 | 1,638 | 1,525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 523 | 264 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,265 | 631 | 634 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,556 | 992 | 564 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,607 | 646 | 961 |
Nearby Villages of Namudag
Namudag 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 Namudag
Namudag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Medininagar (daltonganj) to Namudag is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Namudag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Namudag 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Namudag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Namudag 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Namudag
Where is Namudag located?
Namudag village is located in Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Namudag?
Namudag is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Namudag?
The pincode of Namudag is 822113.
What is the population of Namudag?
Namudag had a total population of 3,163, including 1,638 males and 1,525 females.
How many households are there in Namudag?
Namudag had 585 households.
What is the literacy rate in Namudag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Namudag was 58.94%. Male literacy was 72.20% and female literacy was 44.55%.