Naiguan - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Naiguan is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ersama and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Krushnachandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naiguan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naiguan is 397365. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 754138 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Naiguan 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 Naiguan
According to the 2011 Census, Naiguan village had a total population of 259 people, including 122 males and 137 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,123 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.27%, with male literacy at 95.10% and female literacy at 80.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141.
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 | 259 | 122 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 66 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 97 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 25 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Naiguan
Naiguan 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 Naiguan
Naiguan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Naiguan is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naiguan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naiguan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Naiguan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naiguan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Naiguan
Where is Naiguan located?
Naiguan village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naiguan?
The Gram Panchayat of Naiguan is Krushnachandrapur.
What is the pincode of Naiguan?
The pincode of Naiguan is 754138.
What is the population of Naiguan?
Naiguan had a total population of 259, including 122 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Naiguan?
Naiguan had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naiguan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naiguan was 87.27%. Male literacy was 95.10% and female literacy was 80.51%.