Nuaguda - Boipariguda, Koraput
Nuaguda is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Ramagiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuaguda is 429298. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Nuaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Nuaguda village had a total population of 177 people, including 85 males and 92 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,082 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.59%, with male literacy at 14.71% and female literacy at 10.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 176.
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 | 177 | 85 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 85 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 75 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Nuaguda
Nuaguda 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 Nuaguda
Nuaguda 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 >10 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 Koraput to Nuaguda is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Nuaguda is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuaguda 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 Nuaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nuaguda
Where is Nuaguda located?
Nuaguda village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nuaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuaguda is Ramagiri.
What is the pincode of Nuaguda?
The pincode of Nuaguda is 764043.
What is the population of Nuaguda?
Nuaguda had a total population of 177, including 85 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Nuaguda?
Nuaguda had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nuaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuaguda was 12.59%. Male literacy was 14.71% and female literacy was 10.67%.