Namkana
Namkana is a village located in Jaleswar tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Jaleswar (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Paschimbad is the gram panchayat of Namkana village.
Here you can discover what makes Namkana unique in its vibrant Jaleswar-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Namkana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Namkana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Namkana is 391587. The village spans a total geographical area of 195 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756034. Jaleswar is nearest town to Namkana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Namkana
Population of Namkana
According to the 2011 Census, Namkana has a total population of about 1,492, with approximately 779 males and 713 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 180 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 458 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.17%, with male literacy at about 75.22% and female literacy near 62.55%. There are around 338 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Namkana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,492 | 779 | 713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 97 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 458 | 234 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,032 | 586 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 460 | 193 | 267 |
Connectivity of Namkana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Namkana. As per the 2011 stats, Namkana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Namkana
Knowing the nearby villages of Namkana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Namkana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Namkana
- Where is Namkana located?
- Namkana village is situated in Jaleswar Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Namkana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Namkana is Paschimbad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Namkana?
- The pincode of Namkana is 756034, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Namkana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Namkana is 1,492, with 779 males and 713 females.
- How many households are there in Namkana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Namkana village has a total of 338 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Namkana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Namkana is 69.17%. The male literacy rate is 75.22%, while the female literacy rate is 62.55%.