Nimakhandipentha - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Nimakhandipentha is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Nimakhandipentha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nimakhandipentha is 412791. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 761055 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Nimakhandipentha 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 Nimakhandipentha
As per Census 2011, Nimakhandipentha village has a total population of 1,619 people, consisting of 824 males and 795 females. The village has 377 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 900 literate and 719 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nimakhandipentha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,619 | 824 | 795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 101 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 82 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 900 | 504 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 719 | 320 | 399 |
Nearby Villages of Nimakhandipentha
Nimakhandipentha 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 Nimakhandipentha
Nimakhandipentha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Nimakhandipentha is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Nimakhandipentha is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nimakhandipentha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nimakhandipentha 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nimakhandipentha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nimakhandipentha 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Nimakhandipentha
Where is Nimakhandipentha located?
Nimakhandipentha village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nimakhandipentha?
Nimakhandipentha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nimakhandipentha?
The pincode of Nimakhandipentha is 761055.
What is the population of Nimakhandipentha?
Nimakhandipentha has a total population of 1,619, including 824 males and 795 females.
How many households are there in Nimakhandipentha?
There are 377 households in Nimakhandipentha.
What is the literacy rate in Nimakhandipentha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nimakhandipentha is 55.59%. Male literacy is 61.17% and female literacy is 49.81%.