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
According to the 2011 Census, Nuamunda village had a total population of 99 people, including 47 males and 52 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,106 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.18%, with male literacy at 71.11% and female literacy at 40.91%.
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 | 99 | 47 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 2 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 99, including 47 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Nuamunda?
Nuamunda had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nuamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuamunda was 56.18%. Male literacy was 71.11% and female literacy was 40.91%.