Nitibadi - Raikia, Kandhamal
Nitibadi is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Karada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nitibadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nitibadi is 417650. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Nitibadi 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 Nitibadi
According to the 2011 Census, Nitibadi village had a total population of 202 people, including 100 males and 102 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.11%, with male literacy at 63.95% and female literacy at 33.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 198.
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 | 202 | 100 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 98 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 55 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 45 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Nitibadi
Nitibadi 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 Nitibadi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Nitibadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Surada to Nitibadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Nitibadi is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nitibadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nitibadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nitibadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nitibadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nitibadi
Where is Nitibadi located?
Nitibadi village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nitibadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Nitibadi is Karada.
What is the pincode of Nitibadi?
The pincode of Nitibadi is 762101.
What is the population of Nitibadi?
Nitibadi had a total population of 202, including 100 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Nitibadi?
Nitibadi had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nitibadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nitibadi was 49.11%. Male literacy was 63.95% and female literacy was 33.73%.