Naptuan - Mahanga, Cuttack
Naptuan is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Bheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naptuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naptuan is 399548. The village covers a total geographical area of 265 hectares and falls under the 754290 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Naptuan 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 Naptuan
According to the 2011 Census, Naptuan village had a total population of 1,628 people, including 830 males and 798 females, living in 400 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.20%, with male literacy at 90.42% and female literacy at 75.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 327.
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 | 1,628 | 830 | 798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 68 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 170 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,228 | 689 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 141 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Naptuan
Naptuan 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 Naptuan
Public transport in the Naptuan 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 Naptuan is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naptuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naptuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naptuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naptuan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naptuan
Where is Naptuan located?
Naptuan village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naptuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Naptuan is Bheda.
What is the pincode of Naptuan?
The pincode of Naptuan is 754290.
What is the population of Naptuan?
Naptuan had a total population of 1,628, including 830 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Naptuan?
Naptuan had 400 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naptuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naptuan was 83.20%. Male literacy was 90.42% and female literacy was 75.49%.