Natima - Gandia, Dhenkanal
Natima is a village situated in the Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandia and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Joranda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Natima village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Natima is 402736. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 759014 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Natima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhenkanal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Natima
According to the 2011 Census, Natima village had a total population of 652 people, including 338 males and 314 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.02%, with male literacy at 77.41% and female literacy at 66.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 652 | 338 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 233 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 105 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Natima
Natima 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 Natima
Public transport in the Natima is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhenkanal to Natima is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Natima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Natima village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Natima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Natima village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Natima
Where is Natima located?
Natima village is located in Gandia Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Natima?
The Gram Panchayat of Natima is Joranda.
What is the pincode of Natima?
The pincode of Natima is 759014.
What is the population of Natima?
Natima had a total population of 652, including 338 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Natima?
Natima had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Natima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Natima was 72.02%. Male literacy was 77.41% and female literacy was 66.19%.