Nilungia - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Nilungia is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Lingagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nilungia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nilungia is 415815. The village covers a total geographical area of 577 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Nilungia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nilungia
As per Census 2011, Nilungia village has a total population of 631 people, consisting of 296 males and 335 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 1,131 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 370 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 439 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nilungia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 631 | 296 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 439 | 204 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 207 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 89 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Nilungia
Nilungia 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 Nilungia
Public transport in the Nilungia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nilungia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Nilungia is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nilungia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nilungia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nilungia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nilungia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nilungia
Where is Nilungia located?
Nilungia village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nilungia?
The Gram Panchayat of Nilungia is Lingagada.
What is the pincode of Nilungia?
The pincode of Nilungia is 762100.
What is the population of Nilungia?
Nilungia has a total population of 631, including 296 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Nilungia?
There are 178 households in Nilungia.
What is the literacy rate in Nilungia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nilungia is 58.64%. Male literacy is 69.93% and female literacy is 48.66%.