Nuapada - Bellaguntha, Ganjam
Nuapada is a village situated in the Bellaguntha tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Gangapur and around 84 km from Chatrapur. Kshatriyabarapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuapada is 410794. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 761123 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Nuapada 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 Nuapada
As per Census 2011, Nuapada village has a total population of 602 people, consisting of 273 males and 329 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 1,205 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 429 literate and 173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 602 | 273 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 44 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 207 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 66 | 107 |
Transport and Connectivity of Nuapada
Nuapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Nuapada is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Nuapada is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nuapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nuapada
Where is Nuapada located?
Nuapada village is located in Bellaguntha Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuapada is Kshatriyabarapur.
What is the pincode of Nuapada?
The pincode of Nuapada is 761123.
What is the population of Nuapada?
Nuapada has a total population of 602, including 273 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Nuapada?
There are 135 households in Nuapada.
What is the literacy rate in Nuapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuapada is 71.26%. Male literacy is 75.82% and female literacy is 67.48%.