Naikera - Kundura, Koraput
Naikera is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Bhusangaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naikera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naikera is 429121. The village covers a total geographical area of 456 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Naikera 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 Naikera
As per Census 2011, Naikera village has a total population of 1,046 people, consisting of 510 males and 536 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 262 literate and 784 illiterate residents. Additionally, 166 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 599 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naikera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,046 | 510 | 536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 113 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 81 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 599 | 295 | 304 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 168 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 784 | 342 | 442 |
Nearby Villages of Naikera
Naikera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khatalapadar | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Tobhapodar | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Atigam | North | 2.23 km |
| Kaliaguda | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Pakhanaguda | West | 2.38 km |
| Jiraguda | South | 2.46 km |
| Girliguda | East | 2.61 km |
| Bhusangaguda | North-East | 2.99 km |
| Padmapur | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Sargiguda | North | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naikera
Public transport in the Naikera is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khadapa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Sunabeda to Naikera is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Naikera is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naikera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naikera 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 Naikera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naikera 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naikera
Where is Naikera located?
Naikera village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naikera?
The Gram Panchayat of Naikera is Bhusangaguda.
What is the pincode of Naikera?
The pincode of Naikera is 764002.
What is the population of Naikera?
Naikera has a total population of 1,046, including 510 males and 536 females.
How many households are there in Naikera?
There are 251 households in Naikera.
What is the literacy rate in Naikera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naikera is 25.05%. Male literacy is 32.94% and female literacy is 17.54%.