Naiguan - Salipur, Cuttack
Naiguan is a village situated in the Salipur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Salepur and around 25 km from Cuttack. Naiguan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naiguan is 399706. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 754202 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Naiguan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naiguan
As per Census 2011, Naiguan village has a total population of 1,761 people, consisting of 871 males and 890 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 168 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,286 literate and 475 illiterate residents. Additionally, 566 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naiguan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,761 | 871 | 890 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 86 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 566 | 280 | 286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,286 | 695 | 591 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 176 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Naiguan
Naiguan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sapanpur | South-West | 1.04 km |
| Ballabhapur | North-East | 1.09 km |
| Purushottampur | North-West | 1.24 km |
| Chandradeipur | East | 1.27 km |
| Karimabad | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Balisahi | South | 1.77 km |
| Sisua | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Lunahar | East | 2.17 km |
| Basudeipur | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Balabhadrapur | North-West | 2.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naiguan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Naiguan. The nearest railway station is Kandarpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Naiguan is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Naiguan is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naiguan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naiguan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naiguan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naiguan 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Naiguan
Where is Naiguan located?
Naiguan village is located in Salipur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naiguan?
Naiguan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naiguan?
The pincode of Naiguan is 754202.
What is the population of Naiguan?
Naiguan has a total population of 1,761, including 871 males and 890 females.
How many households are there in Naiguan?
There are 410 households in Naiguan.
What is the literacy rate in Naiguan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naiguan is 73.03%. Male literacy is 79.79% and female literacy is 66.40%.