Nuapadar - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Nuapadar is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 141 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kotagarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuapadar is 417188. The village covers a total geographical area of 271 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Nuapadar 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 Nuapadar
As per Census 2011, Nuapadar village has a total population of 86 people, consisting of 49 males and 37 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 755 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 41 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86 | 49 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 48 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 32 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 17 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Nuapadar
Nuapadar 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 Nuapadar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Nuapadar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Nuapadar is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Nuapadar is about 141 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 Nuapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuapadar 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 Nuapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nuapadar
Where is Nuapadar located?
Nuapadar village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuapadar is Kotagarh.
What is the pincode of Nuapadar?
The pincode of Nuapadar is 762105.
What is the population of Nuapadar?
Nuapadar has a total population of 86, including 49 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Nuapadar?
There are 20 households in Nuapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Nuapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuapadar is 47.67%. Male literacy is 65.31% and female literacy is 24.32%.