Nuaguda - Dasamantapur, Koraput
Nuaguda is a village situated in the Dasamantapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasamantapur and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Girligumma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuaguda is 428387. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 764028 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 51 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 Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuaguda
As per Census 2011, Nuaguda village has a total population of 326 people, consisting of 158 males and 168 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 83 literate and 243 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 326 | 158 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 49 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 109 | 134 |
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 >10 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 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Nuaguda is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nuaguda
Where is Nuaguda located?
Nuaguda village is located in Dasamantapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuaguda is Girligumma.
What is the pincode of Nuaguda?
The pincode of Nuaguda is 764028.
What is the population of Nuaguda?
Nuaguda has a total population of 326, including 158 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Nuaguda?
There are 77 households in Nuaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Nuaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuaguda is 25.46%. Male literacy is 31.01% and female literacy is 20.24%.