Netanga - Bellaguntha, Ganjam
Netanga is a village situated in the Bellaguntha tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Gangapur and around 95 km from Chatrapur. Natanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Netanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Netanga is 410676. The village covers a total geographical area of 368 hectares and falls under the 761123 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Netanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Netanga
As per Census 2011, Netanga village has a total population of 2,471 people, consisting of 1,129 males and 1,342 females. The village has 573 households and a sex ratio of 1,188 females per 1,000 males. There are 270 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,680 literate and 791 illiterate residents. Additionally, 343 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Netanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,471 | 1,129 | 1,342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 140 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 155 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,680 | 831 | 849 |
| Illiterate Population | 791 | 298 | 493 |
Nearby Villages of Netanga
Netanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balibhaga | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Luduludi | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Mandara | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Sadangipalli | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Badapada | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Benipalli | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Basudebpur | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Dengapadar | South | 3.07 km |
| Gobara | South | 3.15 km |
| Thengadhar | North-East | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Netanga
Netanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khallikot, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhanjanagar to Netanga is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Netanga is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Netanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Netanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Netanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Netanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Netanga
Where is Netanga located?
Netanga village is located in Bellaguntha Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Netanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Netanga is Natanga.
What is the pincode of Netanga?
The pincode of Netanga is 761123.
What is the population of Netanga?
Netanga has a total population of 2,471, including 1,129 males and 1,342 females.
How many households are there in Netanga?
There are 573 households in Netanga.
What is the literacy rate in Netanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Netanga is 67.99%. Male literacy is 73.60% and female literacy is 63.26%.