Nuagada - Patrapur, Ganjam
Nuagada is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 77 km from Jarada and around 99 km from Chatrapur. Samantiapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuagada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuagada is 413113. The village covers a total geographical area of 281 hectares and falls under the 761209 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Nuagada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuagada
As per Census 2011, Nuagada village has a total population of 779 people, consisting of 378 males and 401 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 481 literate and 298 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuagada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 779 | 378 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 57 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 56 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 481 | 282 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 96 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Nuagada
Nuagada 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 Nuagada
Nuagada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Nuagada has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Nuagada is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Nuagada is about 99 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 Nuagada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuagada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nuagada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuagada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Nuagada
Where is Nuagada located?
Nuagada village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuagada?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuagada is Samantiapalli.
What is the pincode of Nuagada?
The pincode of Nuagada is 761209.
What is the population of Nuagada?
Nuagada has a total population of 779, including 378 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Nuagada?
There are 174 households in Nuagada.
What is the literacy rate in Nuagada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuagada is 61.75%. Male literacy is 74.60% and female literacy is 49.63%.