Nunhad - Belpara, Balangir
Nunhad is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Nunhad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nunhad is 420956. The village covers a total geographical area of 657 hectares and falls under the 767026 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Nunhad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nunhad
As per Census 2011, Nunhad village has a total population of 2,602 people, consisting of 1,318 males and 1,284 females. The village has 629 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,468 literate and 1,134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 248 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 676 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nunhad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,602 | 1,318 | 1,284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 158 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 124 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 676 | 352 | 324 |
| Literate Population | 1,468 | 888 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,134 | 430 | 704 |
Nearby Villages of Nunhad
Nunhad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chacherbeng | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Padampur | East | 2.36 km |
| Tanla | South | 2.37 km |
| Sarmuhan | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Palesira | North | 3.30 km |
| Belpara | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Semelpali | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Kharkhara | West | 3.63 km |
| Kanut | South | 3.95 km |
| Ainlabhata | West | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nunhad
Public transport in the Nunhad is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kantabanji, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kantabanji to Nunhad is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Nunhad is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nunhad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nunhad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nunhad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nunhad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nunhad
Where is Nunhad located?
Nunhad village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nunhad?
Nunhad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nunhad?
The pincode of Nunhad is 767026.
What is the population of Nunhad?
Nunhad has a total population of 2,602, including 1,318 males and 1,284 females.
How many households are there in Nunhad?
There are 629 households in Nunhad.
What is the literacy rate in Nunhad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nunhad is 56.42%. Male literacy is 67.37% and female literacy is 45.17%.