Nagiri Village - Buguda, Ganjam
Nagiri is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Motabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nagiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagiri is 410384. The village covers a total geographical area of 585 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Nagiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nagiri
As per Census 2011, Nagiri village has a total population of 377 people, consisting of 199 males and 178 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 353 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagiri are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 377 | 199 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 186 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 234 | 146 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 53 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Nagiri
Nagiri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mottabadi | West | 2.24 km |
| Thanapalli | South | 2.75 km |
| Paikarapalli | North | 2.81 km |
| Alladi | North | 2.83 km |
| Pattadhara | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Khairaputti | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Chillikhama | East | 3.09 km |
| Dakarabadi | South | 3.17 km |
| Golabandha | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Khamarapalli | West | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nagiri
Nagiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalijai, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Buguda to Nagiri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Nagiri is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nagiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagiri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nagiri
Where is Nagiri located?
Nagiri village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Nagiri is Motabadi.
What is the pincode of Nagiri?
The pincode of Nagiri is 761118.
What is the population of Nagiri?
Nagiri has a total population of 377, including 199 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Nagiri?
There are 75 households in Nagiri.
What is the literacy rate in Nagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagiri is 62.07%. Male literacy is 73.37% and female literacy is 49.44%.