Nahanga - Mahanga, Cuttack
Nahanga is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Nahanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nahanga is 399603. The village covers a total geographical area of 201 hectares and falls under the 754207 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Nahanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nahanga
According to the 2011 Census, Nahanga village had a total population of 1,838 people, including 937 males and 901 females, living in 424 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.23%, with male literacy at 93.08% and female literacy at 79.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 278.
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 | 1,838 | 937 | 901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 128 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 278 | 143 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,378 | 753 | 625 |
| Illiterate Population | 460 | 184 | 276 |
Nearby Villages of Nahanga
Nahanga 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 Nahanga
Nahanga 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Nahanga is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nahanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nahanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nahanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nahanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nahanga
Where is Nahanga located?
Nahanga village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nahanga?
Nahanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nahanga?
The pincode of Nahanga is 754207.
What is the population of Nahanga?
Nahanga had a total population of 1,838, including 937 males and 901 females.
How many households are there in Nahanga?
Nahanga had 424 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nahanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nahanga was 86.23%. Male literacy was 93.08% and female literacy was 79.21%.