Nuagan - Raikia, Kandhamal
Nuagan is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Indragarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuagan is 417618. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Nuagan 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 Nuagan
According to the 2011 Census, Nuagan village had a total population of 52 people, including 29 males and 23 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 793 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.40%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 61.90%.
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 | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 7 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Nuagan
Nuagan 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 Nuagan
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Nuagan.
| 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 Bhanjanagar to Nuagan is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Nuagan is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuagan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuagan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nuagan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuagan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nuagan
Where is Nuagan located?
Nuagan village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nuagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuagan is Indragarh.
What is the pincode of Nuagan?
The pincode of Nuagan is 762101.
What is the population of Nuagan?
Nuagan had a total population of 52, including 29 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Nuagan?
Nuagan had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nuagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuagan was 81.40%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 61.90%.