Neguan - Bhograi, Balasore
Neguan is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Bhograi and around 75 km from Baleshwar. Jagannathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Neguan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Neguan is 391704. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 756039 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Neguan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Neguan
As per Census 2011, Neguan village has a total population of 498 people, consisting of 265 males and 233 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 415 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Neguan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 498 | 265 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 33 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 222 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 43 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Neguan
Neguan 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 Neguan
Neguan 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 Jaleswar to Neguan is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Neguan is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Neguan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Neguan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Neguan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Neguan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Neguan
Where is Neguan located?
Neguan village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Neguan?
The Gram Panchayat of Neguan is Jagannathpur.
What is the pincode of Neguan?
The pincode of Neguan is 756039.
What is the population of Neguan?
Neguan has a total population of 498, including 265 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Neguan?
There are 122 households in Neguan.
What is the literacy rate in Neguan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Neguan is 83.33%. Male literacy is 83.77% and female literacy is 82.83%.