Nuagan - Rajkanika, Kendrapara
Nuagan is a village situated in the Rajkanika tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajkanika and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Baghabuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuagan is 395608. The village covers a total geographical area of 502 hectares and falls under the 754227 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 26 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 Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuagan
As per Census 2011, Nuagan village has a total population of 1,755 people, consisting of 809 males and 946 females. The village has 407 households and a sex ratio of 1,169 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,376 literate and 379 illiterate residents. Additionally, 464 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuagan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,755 | 809 | 946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 102 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 464 | 232 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 1,376 | 668 | 708 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 141 | 238 |
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 >10 km of the Nuagan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Nuagan is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Nuagan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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) | 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 Nuagan
Where is Nuagan located?
Nuagan village is located in Rajkanika Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuagan is Baghabuda.
What is the pincode of Nuagan?
The pincode of Nuagan is 754227.
What is the population of Nuagan?
Nuagan has a total population of 1,755, including 809 males and 946 females.
How many households are there in Nuagan?
There are 407 households in Nuagan.
What is the literacy rate in Nuagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuagan is 78.40%. Male literacy is 82.57% and female literacy is 74.84%.