Nahanga - Tirtol, Jagatsinghapur
Nahanga is a village situated in the Tirtol tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirtol and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Katara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nahanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nahanga is 397686. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 754106 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Nahanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirtol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nahanga
According to the 2011 Census, Nahanga village had a total population of 244 people, including 118 males and 126 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.64%, with male literacy at 94.17% and female literacy at 74.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 244 | 118 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 97 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 21 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Nahanga
Nahanga 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 Nahanga
Nahanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Nahanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Nahanga is about 18 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 Nahanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nahanga 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nahanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nahanga 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nahanga
Where is Nahanga located?
Nahanga village is located in Tirtol Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nahanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Nahanga is Katara.
What is the pincode of Nahanga?
The pincode of Nahanga is 754106.
What is the population of Nahanga?
Nahanga had a total population of 244, including 118 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Nahanga?
Nahanga had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nahanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nahanga was 83.64%. Male literacy was 94.17% and female literacy was 74.36%.