Nuapara - Saintala, Balangir
Nuapara is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Bhadra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuapara is 421177. The village covers a total geographical area of 271 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Nuapara 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 Nuapara
As per Census 2011, Nuapara village has a total population of 909 people, consisting of 450 males and 459 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 463 literate and 446 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 226 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 909 | 450 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 78 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 226 | 110 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 267 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 183 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Nuapara
Nuapara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Luhurapali | North-West | 1.17 km |
| Jubamal | South-East | 1.38 km |
| Ghantbahali | South | 1.91 km |
| Chilbahali | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Bhorpara | South | 2.45 km |
| Dedhel | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Badamunda | North | 2.85 km |
| Khasbahal | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Barahmal | West | 3.05 km |
| Bhadra | North | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nuapara
Nuapara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badmal, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Nuapara is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Nuapara 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 Nuapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuapara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nuapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuapara 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 Nuapara
Where is Nuapara located?
Nuapara village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuapara is Bhadra.
What is the pincode of Nuapara?
The pincode of Nuapara is 767032.
What is the population of Nuapara?
Nuapara has a total population of 909, including 450 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Nuapara?
There are 254 households in Nuapara.
What is the literacy rate in Nuapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuapara is 50.94%. Male literacy is 59.33% and female literacy is 42.70%.