Nediguda - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Nediguda is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Chahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nediguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nediguda is 416072. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.2 hectares and falls under the 762028 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Nediguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nediguda
As per Census 2011, Nediguda village has a total population of 228 people, consisting of 116 males and 112 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 202 literate and 26 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 198 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nediguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 228 | 116 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 16 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 99 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 99 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 17 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Nediguda
Nediguda 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 Nediguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Nediguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Nediguda is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Nediguda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nediguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nediguda 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 Nediguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nediguda 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 Nediguda
Where is Nediguda located?
Nediguda village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nediguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Nediguda is Chahali.
What is the pincode of Nediguda?
The pincode of Nediguda is 762028.
What is the population of Nediguda?
Nediguda has a total population of 228, including 116 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Nediguda?
There are 58 households in Nediguda.
What is the literacy rate in Nediguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nediguda is 88.60%. Male literacy is 85.34% and female literacy is 91.96%.