Nuakhunta - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Nuakhunta is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Iswarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuakhunta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuakhunta is 395819. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 754248 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Nuakhunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuakhunta
According to the 2011 Census, Nuakhunta village had a total population of 249 people, including 123 males and 126 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.57%, with male literacy at 93.40% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 249 | 123 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 99 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 24 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Nuakhunta
Nuakhunta 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 Nuakhunta
Nuakhunta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Pattamundai to Nuakhunta is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Nuakhunta is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuakhunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuakhunta 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 Nuakhunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuakhunta 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 Nuakhunta
Where is Nuakhunta located?
Nuakhunta village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuakhunta?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuakhunta is Iswarpur.
What is the pincode of Nuakhunta?
The pincode of Nuakhunta is 754248.
What is the population of Nuakhunta?
Nuakhunta had a total population of 249, including 123 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Nuakhunta?
Nuakhunta had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nuakhunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuakhunta was 86.57%. Male literacy was 93.40% and female literacy was 80.00%.