Nalabanta - Asika, Ganjam
Nalabanta is a village situated in the Asika tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Asika and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Nalabanta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalabanta is 411271. The village covers a total geographical area of 203 hectares and falls under the 761110 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Nalabanta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aska Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Nalabanta
As per Census 2011, Nalabanta village has a total population of 3,129 people, consisting of 1,602 males and 1,527 females. The village has 645 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 356 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,214 literate and 915 illiterate residents. Additionally, 505 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nalabanta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,129 | 1,602 | 1,527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 198 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 505 | 252 | 253 |
| Literate Population | 2,214 | 1,238 | 976 |
| Illiterate Population | 915 | 364 | 551 |
Nearby Villages of Nalabanta
Nalabanta 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 Nalabanta
Public transport in the Nalabanta 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 Asika to Nalabanta is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Nalabanta is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nalabanta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalabanta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nalabanta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalabanta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nalabanta
Where is Nalabanta located?
Nalabanta village is located in Asika Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nalabanta?
Nalabanta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nalabanta?
The pincode of Nalabanta is 761110.
What is the population of Nalabanta?
Nalabanta has a total population of 3,129, including 1,602 males and 1,527 females.
How many households are there in Nalabanta?
There are 645 households in Nalabanta.
What is the literacy rate in Nalabanta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalabanta is 70.76%. Male literacy is 77.28% and female literacy is 63.92%.