Nandika
Nandika is a village located in Purusottampur tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Purusottampur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Naudika is the gram panchayat of Nandika village.
Here you can discover what makes Nandika unique in its vibrant Purusottampur-Ganjam region. You’ll see Nandika’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Nandika
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nandika is 412232. The village spans a total geographical area of 553 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761102. Hinjilicut is nearest town to Nandika village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Nandika
Population of Nandika
According to the 2011 Census, Nandika has a total population of about 3,812, with approximately 1,903 males and 1,909 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 460 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,136 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.83%, with male literacy at about 70.89% and female literacy near 52.80%. There are around 854 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nandika's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,812 | 1,903 | 1,909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 226 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,136 | 540 | 596 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,357 | 1,349 | 1,008 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,455 | 554 | 901 |
Connectivity of Nandika
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nandika. As per the 2011 stats, Nandika had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nandika
Knowing the nearby villages of Nandika helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nandika.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nandika
- Where is Nandika located?
- Nandika village is situated in Purusottampur Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nandika?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nandika is Naudika (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nandika?
- The pincode of Nandika is 761102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nandika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nandika is 3,812, with 1,903 males and 1,909 females.
- How many households are there in Nandika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nandika village has a total of 854 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nandika as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nandika is 61.83%. The male literacy rate is 70.89%, while the female literacy rate is 52.80%.