Naurangapur - Bhandari Pokhari, Bhadrak
Naurangapur is a village situated in the Bhandari Pokhari tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhandari Pokhari and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Ranania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naurangapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naurangapur is 394567. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 756120 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Naurangapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhandaripokhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naurangapur
According to the 2011 Census, Naurangapur village had a total population of 593 people, including 285 males and 308 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.58%, with male literacy at 96.40% and female literacy at 81.69%.
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 | 593 | 285 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 35 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 241 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 44 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Naurangapur
Naurangapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | South-East | 0.79 km |
| Chatrubhujpur | West | 1.35 km |
| Deulapadi | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Malda | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Sathagan | East | 1.91 km |
| Keshpur | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Jalahari | West | 2.24 km |
| Biroli | South | 2.36 km |
| Rahanian | North | 2.43 km |
| Dolagobindapur | East | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naurangapur
Public transport in the Naurangapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manjuri Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhadrak to Naurangapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naurangapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naurangapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Naurangapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naurangapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naurangapur
Where is Naurangapur located?
Naurangapur village is located in Bhandari Pokhari Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naurangapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Naurangapur is Ranania.
What is the pincode of Naurangapur?
The pincode of Naurangapur is 756120.
What is the population of Naurangapur?
Naurangapur had a total population of 593, including 285 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Naurangapur?
Naurangapur had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naurangapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naurangapur was 88.58%. Male literacy was 96.40% and female literacy was 81.69%.