Nuagan - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Nuagan is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Judaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuagan is 417194. The village covers a total geographical area of 391 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Nuagan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuagan
As per Census 2011, Nuagan village has a total population of 663 people, consisting of 228 males and 435 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 1,907 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 434 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 565 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuagan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 663 | 228 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 69 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 30 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 565 | 195 | 370 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 68 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 160 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Nuagan
Nuagan 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 Nuagan
Public transport in the Nuagan is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Rayagada to Nuagan is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Nuagan is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuagan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuagan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nuagan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuagan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nuagan
Where is Nuagan located?
Nuagan village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuagan is Judaballi.
What is the pincode of Nuagan?
The pincode of Nuagan is 762105.
What is the population of Nuagan?
Nuagan has a total population of 663, including 228 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Nuagan?
There are 101 households in Nuagan.
What is the literacy rate in Nuagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuagan is 34.54%. Male literacy is 29.82% and female literacy is 37.01%.