Nilakanthapur

Nilakanthapur is a village located in Bhuban tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Bhuban (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Kanapal Mahulpal is the gram panchayat of Nilakanthapur village.

Nilakanthapur has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Nilakanthapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nilakanthapur is 402625. The village spans a total geographical area of 209 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759017. Bhuban is nearest town to Nilakanthapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

When it comes to local governance, Nilakanthapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Nilakanthapur

Below is a concise population overview of Nilakanthapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,023 547 476
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 131 79 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) 459 262 197
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 737 422 315
Illiterate Population 286 125 161

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nilakanthapur village:

  • The total population of Nilakanthapur village is around 1,023, including approximately 547 males and 476 females, with a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 131 children aged 0–6 years in Nilakanthapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nilakanthapur village has 459 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Nilakanthapur village is about 72.04%, with male literacy at 77.15% and female literacy at 66.18%.
  • There are around 230 households in Nilakanthapur village.

Connectivity of Nilakanthapur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nilakanthapur. As per the 2011 stats, Nilakanthapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Nilakanthapur

Knowing the nearby villages of Nilakanthapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nilakanthapur.

Kirtanpur Bhusala Praharajpur Purastampur Prachandapur Rodanga Brahmapur Kanapalsamilmahulpal Bentashalia Sarangapur Mrudanga

Frequently Asked Questions about Nilakanthapur

Where is Nilakanthapur located?
Nilakanthapur village is situated in Bhuban Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nilakanthapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nilakanthapur is Kanapal Mahulpal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Nilakanthapur?
The pincode of Nilakanthapur is 759017, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nilakanthapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nilakanthapur is 1,023, with 547 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Nilakanthapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nilakanthapur village has a total of 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nilakanthapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nilakanthapur is 72.04%. The male literacy rate is 77.15%, while the female literacy rate is 66.18%.