Nuadihi - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Nuadihi is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from Rengali and around 50 km from Jharsuguda. Machida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuadihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuadihi is 380944. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 768226 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Nuadihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuadihi
As per Census 2011, Nuadihi village has a total population of 318 people, consisting of 156 males and 162 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 252 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuadihi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 156 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 20 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 131 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 25 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Nuadihi
Nuadihi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sukalpali | South-West | 0.82 km |
| Kandadihi | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Machida | North | 1.55 km |
| Rengali | West | 1.66 km |
| Bijapali | South | 1.68 km |
| Deopali | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Renkuli | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Barjha | North | 2.73 km |
| Mahasingh | South | 2.79 km |
| Jogidhipa | North-East | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nuadihi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Nuadihi. The nearest railway station is Ibh1, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belpahar to Nuadihi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Nuadihi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuadihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuadihi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nuadihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuadihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nuadihi
Where is Nuadihi located?
Nuadihi village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuadihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuadihi is Machida.
What is the pincode of Nuadihi?
The pincode of Nuadihi is 768226.
What is the population of Nuadihi?
Nuadihi has a total population of 318, including 156 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Nuadihi?
There are 69 households in Nuadihi.
What is the literacy rate in Nuadihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuadihi is 79.25%. Male literacy is 83.97% and female literacy is 74.69%.