Naktikani - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Naktikani is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Naktikani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naktikani is 423865. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 766016 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Naktikani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naktikani
As per Census 2011, Naktikani village has a total population of 632 people, consisting of 327 males and 305 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 295 literate and 337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 283 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naktikani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 632 | 327 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 39 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 147 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 197 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 130 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Naktikani
Naktikani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhataguda | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Antarla | East | 2.44 km |
| Guduruguma | West | 2.44 km |
| Badhunpani | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Jhulenbar | South | 2.88 km |
| Karangamunda | East | 3.73 km |
| Amurlapadar | East | 4.16 km |
| Golamunda | North-East | 4.42 km |
| Gailapani | West | 4.47 km |
| Kokpadar | North-West | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naktikani
Naktikani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Naktikani is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Naktikani is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naktikani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naktikani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Naktikani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naktikani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naktikani
Where is Naktikani located?
Naktikani village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naktikani?
Naktikani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naktikani?
The pincode of Naktikani is 766016.
What is the population of Naktikani?
Naktikani has a total population of 632, including 327 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Naktikani?
There are 192 households in Naktikani.
What is the literacy rate in Naktikani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naktikani is 46.68%. Male literacy is 60.24% and female literacy is 32.13%.