Nandagam - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Nandagam is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Padmanavapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nandagam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nandagam is 412778. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 761007 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Nandagam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nandagam
As per Census 2011, Nandagam village has a total population of 221 people, consisting of 112 males and 109 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 148 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nandagam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 112 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 89 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 23 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Nandagam
Nandagam 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 Nandagam
Nandagam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Digapahandi to Nandagam is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Nandagam is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nandagam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nandagam 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 Nandagam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nandagam 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 Nandagam
Where is Nandagam located?
Nandagam village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nandagam?
The Gram Panchayat of Nandagam is Padmanavapur.
What is the pincode of Nandagam?
The pincode of Nandagam is 761007.
What is the population of Nandagam?
Nandagam has a total population of 221, including 112 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Nandagam?
There are 47 households in Nandagam.
What is the literacy rate in Nandagam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nandagam is 66.97%. Male literacy is 79.46% and female literacy is 54.13%.