Naikanipali - Pallahara, Angul
Naikanipali is a village situated in the Pallahara tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Palalahada and around 104 km from Anugul . Seegarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naikanipali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naikanipali is 403448. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 759119 pincode. Palalahada is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Naikanipali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pallahara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naikanipali
According to the 2011 Census, Naikanipali village had a total population of 872 people, including 499 males and 373 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 747 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.68%, with male literacy at 85.09% and female literacy at 65.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 514.
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 | 872 | 499 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 514 | 310 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 605 | 388 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 111 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Naikanipali
Naikanipali 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 Naikanipali
Naikanipali 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 Palalahada to Naikanipali is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Naikanipali is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naikanipali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naikanipali 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Naikanipali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naikanipali 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 Naikanipali
Where is Naikanipali located?
Naikanipali village is located in Pallahara Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naikanipali?
The Gram Panchayat of Naikanipali is Seegarh.
What is the pincode of Naikanipali?
The pincode of Naikanipali is 759119.
What is the population of Naikanipali?
Naikanipali had a total population of 872, including 499 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Naikanipali?
Naikanipali had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naikanipali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naikanipali was 76.68%. Male literacy was 85.09% and female literacy was 65.17%.