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
According to the 2011 Census, Nandagam village had a total population of 221 people, including 112 males and 109 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.55%, with male literacy at 89.00% and female literacy at 56.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 112 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 221, including 112 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Nandagam?
Nandagam had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nandagam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nandagam was 72.55%. Male literacy was 89.00% and female literacy was 56.73%.