Nahangaon - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Nahangaon is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Phringia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nahangaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nahangaon is 416323. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Nahangaon 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 Nahangaon
As per Census 2011, Nahangaon village has a total population of 293 people, consisting of 137 males and 156 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,138 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 193 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nahangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 293 | 137 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 46 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 105 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 32 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Nahangaon
Nahangaon 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 Nahangaon
Public transport in the Nahangaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Nahangaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Nahangaon is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Nahangaon is about 26 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 Nahangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nahangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nahangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nahangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Nahangaon
Where is Nahangaon located?
Nahangaon village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nahangaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Nahangaon is Phringia.
What is the pincode of Nahangaon?
The pincode of Nahangaon is 762011.
What is the population of Nahangaon?
Nahangaon has a total population of 293, including 137 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Nahangaon?
There are 69 households in Nahangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Nahangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nahangaon is 65.87%. Male literacy is 76.64% and female literacy is 56.41%.