Adhanga - Niali, Cuttack
Adhanga is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Alana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Adhanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Adhanga is 400309. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 754004 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Adhanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Adhanga
According to the 2011 Census, Adhanga village had a total population of 1,044 people, including 521 males and 523 females, living in 218 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.86%, with male literacy at 79.51% and female literacy at 68.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110.
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 | 1,044 | 521 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 72 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 51 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 664 | 357 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 164 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Adhanga
Adhanga 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 Adhanga
Adhanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Cuttack to Adhanga is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Adhanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Adhanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Adhanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Adhanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Adhanga
Where is Adhanga located?
Adhanga village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Adhanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Adhanga is Alana.
What is the pincode of Adhanga?
The pincode of Adhanga is 754004.
What is the population of Adhanga?
Adhanga had a total population of 1,044, including 521 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Adhanga?
Adhanga had 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Adhanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Adhanga was 73.86%. Male literacy was 79.51% and female literacy was 68.22%.