Nuagaon - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Nuagaon is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Nuagaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuagaon is 398335. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 754119 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Nuagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuagaon
As per Census 2011, Nuagaon village has a total population of 617 people, consisting of 313 males and 304 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 464 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 617 | 313 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 33 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 256 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 57 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Nuagaon
Nuagaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Iswarpur | North | 0.89 km |
| Dagan | West | 1.13 km |
| Kuliagan | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Ambasal | South | 1.46 km |
| Bhagabanpur | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Nalio | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Badagan | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Kanpur | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Kania | North | 2.32 km |
| Minjapada | East | 2.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nuagaon
Nuagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.7 km.
| 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 Jagatsinghapur to Nuagaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuagaon 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 Nuagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuagaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nuagaon
Where is Nuagaon located?
Nuagaon village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuagaon?
Nuagaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nuagaon?
The pincode of Nuagaon is 754119.
What is the population of Nuagaon?
Nuagaon has a total population of 617, including 313 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Nuagaon?
There are 160 households in Nuagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Nuagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuagaon is 75.20%. Male literacy is 81.79% and female literacy is 68.42%.