Nanagaleju - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Nanagaleju is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dalapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nanagaleju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nanagaleju is 415735. The village covers a total geographical area of 327 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Nanagaleju 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 Nanagaleju
According to the 2011 Census, Nanagaleju village had a total population of 276 people, including 142 males and 134 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.64%, with male literacy at 80.47% and female literacy at 46.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 118, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 155.
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 | 276 | 142 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 60 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 82 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 103 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 39 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Nanagaleju
Nanagaleju 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 Nanagaleju
Public transport in the Nanagaleju is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Nanagaleju is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Nanagaleju is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nanagaleju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nanagaleju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nanagaleju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nanagaleju 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nanagaleju
Where is Nanagaleju located?
Nanagaleju village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nanagaleju?
The Gram Panchayat of Nanagaleju is Dalapada.
What is the pincode of Nanagaleju?
The pincode of Nanagaleju is 762012.
What is the population of Nanagaleju?
Nanagaleju had a total population of 276, including 142 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Nanagaleju?
Nanagaleju had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nanagaleju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nanagaleju was 63.64%. Male literacy was 80.47% and female literacy was 46.40%.