Naichhanapur - Bahanaga, Balasore
Naichhanapur is a village situated in the Bahanaga tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Soro and around 18 km from Baleshwar. Khantapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naichhanapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naichhanapur is 393884. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 756043 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Naichhanapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naichhanapur
According to the 2011 Census, Naichhanapur village had a total population of 610 people, including 330 males and 280 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.78%, with male literacy at 91.26% and female literacy at 71.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 297, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 109.
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 | 610 | 330 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 44 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 168 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 53 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 261 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 69 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Naichhanapur
Naichhanapur 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 Naichhanapur
Naichhanapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Naichhanapur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Naichhanapur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naichhanapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naichhanapur 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 Naichhanapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naichhanapur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Naichhanapur
Where is Naichhanapur located?
Naichhanapur village is located in Bahanaga Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naichhanapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Naichhanapur is Khantapada.
What is the pincode of Naichhanapur?
The pincode of Naichhanapur is 756043.
What is the population of Naichhanapur?
Naichhanapur had a total population of 610, including 330 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Naichhanapur?
Naichhanapur had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naichhanapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naichhanapur was 81.78%. Male literacy was 91.26% and female literacy was 71.03%.