Nalanga - Naugaon, Jagatsinghapur
Nalanga is a village situated in the Naugaon tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naugaon and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Sikhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nalanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalanga is 398181. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 754113 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Nalanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagatsinghpur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Nalanga
As per Census 2011, Nalanga village has a total population of 676 people, consisting of 354 males and 322 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 574 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nalanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 676 | 354 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 574 | 319 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 35 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Nalanga
Nalanga 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 Nalanga
Public transport in the Nalanga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Nalanga is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Nalanga is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nalanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalanga 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 Nalanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalanga 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nalanga
Where is Nalanga located?
Nalanga village is located in Naugaon Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nalanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Nalanga is Sikhara.
What is the pincode of Nalanga?
The pincode of Nalanga is 754113.
What is the population of Nalanga?
Nalanga has a total population of 676, including 354 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Nalanga?
There are 153 households in Nalanga.
What is the literacy rate in Nalanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalanga is 84.91%. Male literacy is 90.11% and female literacy is 79.19%.