Nahanga
Nahanga is a village located in Nikirai tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Nikirai (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Nahanga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Nahanga unique in its vibrant Nikirai-Kendrapara region. You’ll see Nahanga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Nahanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nahanga is 396585. The village spans a total geographical area of 140 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754250. Kendrapara is nearest town to Nahanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Nahanga
Population of Nahanga
According to the 2011 Census, Nahanga has a total population of about 1,628, with approximately 835 males and 793 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 183 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 480 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.32%, with male literacy at about 76.65% and female literacy near 71.88%. There are around 373 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nahanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,628 | 835 | 793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 111 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 480 | 251 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,210 | 640 | 570 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 195 | 223 |
Connectivity of Nahanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nahanga. As per the 2011 stats, Nahanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nahanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Nahanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nahanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nahanga
- Where is Nahanga located?
- Nahanga village is situated in Nikirai Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nahanga?
- Nahanga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nahanga?
- The pincode of Nahanga is 754250, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nahanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nahanga is 1,628, with 835 males and 793 females.
- How many households are there in Nahanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nahanga village has a total of 373 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nahanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nahanga is 74.32%. The male literacy rate is 76.65%, while the female literacy rate is 71.88%.