Nuagan - Balipatna, Khordha
Nuagan is a village situated in the Balipatna tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balipatna and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Majhihara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuagan is 407631. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 752102 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 21 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 Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuagan
According to the 2011 Census, Nuagan village had a total population of 1,609 people, including 810 males and 799 females, living in 380 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.05%, with male literacy at 92.67% and female literacy at 81.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 232.
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 | 1,609 | 810 | 799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 73 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 117 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,271 | 683 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 127 | 211 |
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
Nuagan 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 Nuagan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhubaneswar to Nuagan is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Nuagan is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nuagan
Where is Nuagan located?
Nuagan village is located in Balipatna Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nuagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuagan is Majhihara.
What is the pincode of Nuagan?
The pincode of Nuagan is 752102.
What is the population of Nuagan?
Nuagan had a total population of 1,609, including 810 males and 799 females.
How many households are there in Nuagan?
Nuagan had 380 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nuagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuagan was 87.05%. Male literacy was 92.67% and female literacy was 81.33%.