Nilakanthapur - Derabish, Kendrapara
Nilakanthapur is a village situated in the Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Derabish and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Endar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nilakanthapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nilakanthapur is 396628. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 754289 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Nilakanthapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patkura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nilakanthapur
According to the 2011 Census, Nilakanthapur village had a total population of 730 people, including 371 males and 359 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.78%, with male literacy at 95.67% and female literacy at 83.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 730 | 371 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 571 | 309 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 62 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Nilakanthapur
Nilakanthapur 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 Nilakanthapur
Nilakanthapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Nilakanthapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Nilakanthapur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Nilakanthapur is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nilakanthapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nilakanthapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nilakanthapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nilakanthapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nilakanthapur
Where is Nilakanthapur located?
Nilakanthapur village is located in Derabish Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nilakanthapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nilakanthapur is Endar.
What is the pincode of Nilakanthapur?
The pincode of Nilakanthapur is 754289.
What is the population of Nilakanthapur?
Nilakanthapur had a total population of 730, including 371 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Nilakanthapur?
Nilakanthapur had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nilakanthapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nilakanthapur was 89.78%. Male literacy was 95.67% and female literacy was 83.71%.