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
According to the 2011 Census, Nilungia village had a total population of 631 people, including 296 males and 335 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 1,132 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.60%, with male literacy at 79.62% and female literacy at 53.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 439.
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 | 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 had a total population of 631, including 296 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Nilungia?
Nilungia had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nilungia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nilungia was 65.60%. Male literacy was 79.62% and female literacy was 53.62%.