Nuamunda - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Nuamunda is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Rengsapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuamunda is 423924. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 766029 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Nuamunda 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 Nuamunda
As per Census 2011, Nuamunda village has a total population of 313 people, consisting of 156 males and 157 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 188 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 313 | 156 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 17 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 94 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 86 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 70 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Nuamunda
Nuamunda 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 Nuamunda
Nuamunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Junagarh to Nuamunda is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Nuamunda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nuamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuamunda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nuamunda
Where is Nuamunda located?
Nuamunda village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuamunda is Rengsapali.
What is the pincode of Nuamunda?
The pincode of Nuamunda is 766029.
What is the population of Nuamunda?
Nuamunda has a total population of 313, including 156 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Nuamunda?
There are 91 households in Nuamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Nuamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuamunda is 39.30%. Male literacy is 55.13% and female literacy is 23.57%.