Nahudimaha - Raikia, Kandhamal
Nahudimaha is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sugudabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nahudimaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nahudimaha is 417547. The village covers a total geographical area of 445 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Nahudimaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nahudimaha
According to the 2011 Census, Nahudimaha village had a total population of 292 people, including 142 males and 150 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.59%, with male literacy at 88.79% and female literacy at 45.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 292 | 142 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 68 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 103 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 39 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Nahudimaha
Nahudimaha 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 Nahudimaha
Public transport in the Nahudimaha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 G. Udayagiri to Nahudimaha is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Nahudimaha is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nahudimaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nahudimaha 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 Nahudimaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nahudimaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nahudimaha
Where is Nahudimaha located?
Nahudimaha village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nahudimaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Nahudimaha is Sugudabadi.
What is the pincode of Nahudimaha?
The pincode of Nahudimaha is 762101.
What is the population of Nahudimaha?
Nahudimaha had a total population of 292, including 142 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Nahudimaha?
Nahudimaha had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nahudimaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nahudimaha was 65.59%. Male literacy was 88.79% and female literacy was 45.04%.