Nandigan - Nandapur, Koraput
Nandigan is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Khurji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nandigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nandigan is 429852. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Nandigan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nandigan
According to the 2011 Census, Nandigan village had a total population of 295 people, including 140 males and 155 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,107 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.95%, with male literacy at 25.44% and female literacy at 22.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 256.
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 | 295 | 140 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 122 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 111 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Nandigan
Nandigan 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 Nandigan
Public transport in the Nandigan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Koraput to Nandigan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Nandigan is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nandigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nandigan 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 Nandigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nandigan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nandigan
Where is Nandigan located?
Nandigan village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nandigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nandigan is Khurji.
What is the pincode of Nandigan?
The pincode of Nandigan is 764037.
What is the population of Nandigan?
Nandigan had a total population of 295, including 140 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Nandigan?
Nandigan had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nandigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nandigan was 23.95%. Male literacy was 25.44% and female literacy was 22.58%.