Nuamunda - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Nuamunda is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 69 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Baner serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuamunda is 424153. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 766018 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 53 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 Lanjigarh 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 99 people, consisting of 47 males and 52 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 1,106 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 50 literate and 49 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 99 | 47 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 2 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 32 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 15 | 34 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Nuamunda is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nuamunda
Where is Nuamunda located?
Nuamunda village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuamunda is Baner.
What is the pincode of Nuamunda?
The pincode of Nuamunda is 766018.
What is the population of Nuamunda?
Nuamunda has a total population of 99, including 47 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Nuamunda?
There are 26 households in Nuamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Nuamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuamunda is 50.51%. Male literacy is 68.09% and female literacy is 34.62%.