Naragadu - Jagannath Prasad, Ganjam
Naragadu is a village situated in the Jagannath Prasad tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Tarasingi and around 182 km from Chatrapur. Rudhapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naragadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naragadu is 410251. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 761131 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Naragadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naragadu
According to the 2011 Census, Naragadu village had a total population of 102 people, including 48 males and 54 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.65%, with male literacy at 63.64% and female literacy at 29.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
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 | 102 | 48 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 46 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 28 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 20 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Naragadu
Naragadu 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 Naragadu
Naragadu 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Naragadu is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Naragadu is about 182 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naragadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naragadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Naragadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naragadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naragadu
Where is Naragadu located?
Naragadu village is located in Jagannath Prasad Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naragadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Naragadu is Rudhapadar.
What is the pincode of Naragadu?
The pincode of Naragadu is 761131.
What is the population of Naragadu?
Naragadu had a total population of 102, including 48 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Naragadu?
Naragadu had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naragadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naragadu was 45.65%. Male literacy was 63.64% and female literacy was 29.17%.