Nuapadar - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Nuapadar is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Nuapadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuapadar is 416387. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 56 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 Phulbani 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 615 people, consisting of 284 males and 331 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 1,165 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 438 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 615 | 284 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 28 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 237 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 47 | 130 |
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 in the Nuapadar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Phulabani to Nuapadar is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Nuapadar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nuapadar
Where is Nuapadar located?
Nuapadar village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuapadar?
Nuapadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nuapadar?
The pincode of Nuapadar is 762011.
What is the population of Nuapadar?
Nuapadar has a total population of 615, including 284 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Nuapadar?
There are 146 households in Nuapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Nuapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuapadar is 71.22%. Male literacy is 83.45% and female literacy is 60.73%.