Naukana - Ghasipura, Keonjhar
Naukana is a village situated in the Ghasipura tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Sainkul and around 92 km from Kendujhar. Machhalo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naukana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naukana is 387295. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 758043 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Naukana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghasipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naukana
As per Census 2011, Naukana village has a total population of 236 people, consisting of 114 males and 122 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 182 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naukana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 236 | 114 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 89 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 25 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Naukana
Naukana 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 Naukana
Naukana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anandapur to Naukana is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Naukana is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naukana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naukana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Naukana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naukana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naukana
Where is Naukana located?
Naukana village is located in Ghasipura Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naukana?
The Gram Panchayat of Naukana is Machhalo.
What is the pincode of Naukana?
The pincode of Naukana is 758043.
What is the population of Naukana?
Naukana has a total population of 236, including 114 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Naukana?
There are 62 households in Naukana.
What is the literacy rate in Naukana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naukana is 77.12%. Male literacy is 78.07% and female literacy is 76.23%.