Napanga - Tangi-Choudwar, Cuttack
Napanga is a village situated in the Tangi-Choudwar tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Tangi and around 18 km from Cuttack. Napanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Napanga is 399410. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 754025 pincode. Choudwar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Napanga 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 Napanga
According to the 2011 Census, Napanga village had a total population of 1,353 people, including 687 males and 666 females, living in 294 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.66%, with male literacy at 87.86% and female literacy at 73.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 450, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,353 | 687 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 69 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 450 | 229 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 976 | 543 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 144 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Napanga
Napanga 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 Napanga
Napanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Napanga.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Choudwar to Napanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Napanga is about 18 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 Napanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Napanga 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 Napanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Napanga 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Napanga
Where is Napanga located?
Napanga village is located in Tangi-Choudwar Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Napanga?
Napanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Napanga?
The pincode of Napanga is 754025.
What is the population of Napanga?
Napanga had a total population of 1,353, including 687 males and 666 females.
How many households are there in Napanga?
Napanga had 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Napanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Napanga was 80.66%. Male literacy was 87.86% and female literacy was 73.14%.