Nuagaon - Oupada, Balasore
Nuagaon is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Oupada and around 48 km from Baleshwar. Badapokhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuagaon is 393342. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Nuagaon 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 Nuagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Nuagaon village had a total population of 136 people, including 71 males and 65 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.99%, with male literacy at 90.77% and female literacy at 69.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 136 | 71 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 59 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 12 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Nuagaon
Nuagaon 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 Nuagaon
Nuagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Nuagaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Nuagaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Nuagaon is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nuagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nuagaon
Where is Nuagaon located?
Nuagaon village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nuagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuagaon is Badapokhari.
What is the pincode of Nuagaon?
The pincode of Nuagaon is 756047.
What is the population of Nuagaon?
Nuagaon had a total population of 136, including 71 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Nuagaon?
Nuagaon had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nuagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuagaon was 80.99%. Male literacy was 90.77% and female literacy was 69.64%.