Nehela - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Nehela is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kaniguama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nehela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nehela is 424247. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Nehela 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 Nehela
According to the 2011 Census, Nehela village had a total population of 321 people, including 148 males and 173 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,169 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.65%, with male literacy at 52.07% and female literacy at 35.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 230.
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 | 321 | 148 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 17 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 230 | 108 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 85 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Nehela
Nehela 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 Nehela
Public transport in the Nehela is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhawanipatna to Nehela is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nehela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nehela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nehela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nehela 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 Nehela
Where is Nehela located?
Nehela village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nehela?
The Gram Panchayat of Nehela is Kaniguama.
What is the pincode of Nehela?
The pincode of Nehela is 766037.
What is the population of Nehela?
Nehela had a total population of 321, including 148 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Nehela?
Nehela had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nehela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nehela was 42.65%. Male literacy was 52.07% and female literacy was 35.10%.