Nahaganda - Surada, Ganjam
Nahaganda is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gazalabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nahaganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nahaganda is 410814. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Nahaganda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nahaganda
As per Census 2011, Nahaganda village has a total population of 314 people, consisting of 164 males and 150 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 167 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nahaganda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 314 | 164 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 41 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 103 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 61 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Nahaganda
Nahaganda 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 Nahaganda
Nahaganda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Surada to Nahaganda is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Nahaganda is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nahaganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nahaganda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nahaganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nahaganda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nahaganda
Where is Nahaganda located?
Nahaganda village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nahaganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Nahaganda is Gazalabadi.
What is the pincode of Nahaganda?
The pincode of Nahaganda is 761108.
What is the population of Nahaganda?
Nahaganda has a total population of 314, including 164 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Nahaganda?
There are 83 households in Nahaganda.
What is the literacy rate in Nahaganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nahaganda is 53.18%. Male literacy is 62.80% and female literacy is 42.67%.