Nuamunda - Saintala, Balangir
Nuamunda is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Jurabandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuamunda is 421013. The village covers a total geographical area of 473 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Nuamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Nuamunda village had a total population of 800 people, including 394 males and 406 females, living in 207 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.44%, with male literacy at 61.66% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 523.
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 | 800 | 394 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 68 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 523 | 252 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 201 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 193 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Nuamunda
Nuamunda 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 Nuamunda
Nuamunda 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 >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 Patnagarh to Nuamunda is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Nuamunda is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nuamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuamunda 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 Nuamunda
Where is Nuamunda located?
Nuamunda village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuamunda is Jurabandh.
What is the pincode of Nuamunda?
The pincode of Nuamunda is 767032.
What is the population of Nuamunda?
Nuamunda had a total population of 800, including 394 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Nuamunda?
Nuamunda had 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nuamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuamunda was 50.44%. Male literacy was 61.66% and female literacy was 40.00%.