Nuagaon - Kalampur, Kalahandi
Nuagaon is a village situated in the Kalampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from Jayapatna and around 55 km from Bhawanipatna. Nuagaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuagaon is 424095. The village covers a total geographical area of 423 hectares and falls under the 766017 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Nuagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuagaon
As per Census 2011, Nuagaon village has a total population of 1,915 people, consisting of 943 males and 972 females. The village has 516 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,100 literate and 815 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 114 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,915 | 943 | 972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 144 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 59 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 55 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 1,100 | 660 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 815 | 283 | 532 |
Nearby Villages of Nuagaon
Nuagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arebeda | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Mandal | East | 2.23 km |
| Umer | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Bhainri | South | 2.66 km |
| Thelkomunda | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Bhalubutura | North | 3.17 km |
| Ranamal | West | 3.27 km |
| Balagaon | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Dhanapur | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Bhatigaon | East | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nuagaon
Nuagaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 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 48.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Nuagaon is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Nuagaon 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 Nuagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuagaon 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 Nuagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuagaon 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 Nuagaon
Where is Nuagaon located?
Nuagaon village is located in Kalampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuagaon?
Nuagaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nuagaon?
The pincode of Nuagaon is 766017.
What is the population of Nuagaon?
Nuagaon has a total population of 1,915, including 943 males and 972 females.
How many households are there in Nuagaon?
There are 516 households in Nuagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Nuagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuagaon is 57.44%. Male literacy is 69.99% and female literacy is 45.27%.