Naharpada - Simulia, Balasore
Naharpada is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Similia and around 45 km from Baleshwar. Jamujhadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naharpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naharpada is 394059. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Naharpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naharpada
As per Census 2011, Naharpada village has a total population of 367 people, consisting of 188 males and 179 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 270 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naharpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 367 | 188 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 160 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 28 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Naharpada
Naharpada 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 Naharpada
Public transport in the Naharpada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Naharpada has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Naharpada is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Naharpada is about 45 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 Naharpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naharpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Naharpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naharpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Naharpada
Where is Naharpada located?
Naharpada village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naharpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Naharpada is Jamujhadi.
What is the pincode of Naharpada?
The pincode of Naharpada is 756134.
What is the population of Naharpada?
Naharpada has a total population of 367, including 188 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Naharpada?
There are 72 households in Naharpada.
What is the literacy rate in Naharpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naharpada is 73.57%. Male literacy is 85.11% and female literacy is 61.45%.