Naupal - Nilagiri, Balasore
Naupal is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Berhampur and around 40 km from Baleshwar. Garadihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naupal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naupal is 393286. The village covers a total geographical area of 18 hectares and falls under the 756041 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Naupal 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 Naupal
According to the 2011 Census, Naupal village had a total population of 151 people, including 79 males and 72 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.46%, with male literacy at 94.29% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 151 | 79 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 66 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 13 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Naupal
Naupal 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 Naupal
Naupal 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilagiri to Naupal is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Naupal is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naupal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naupal 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 Naupal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naupal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Naupal
Where is Naupal located?
Naupal village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naupal?
The Gram Panchayat of Naupal is Garadihi.
What is the pincode of Naupal?
The pincode of Naupal is 756041.
What is the population of Naupal?
Naupal had a total population of 151, including 79 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Naupal?
Naupal had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naupal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naupal was 83.46%. Male literacy was 94.29% and female literacy was 71.43%.