Narikhuluwa - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Narikhuluwa is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kumbhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narikhuluwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narikhuluwa is 428579. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Narikhuluwa 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 Narikhuluwa
As per Census 2011, Narikhuluwa village has a total population of 392 people, consisting of 196 males and 196 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 389 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narikhuluwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 392 | 196 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 389 | 195 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 51 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 315 | 145 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Narikhuluwa
Narikhuluwa 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 Narikhuluwa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Narikhuluwa.
| 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 Rayagada to Narikhuluwa is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Narikhuluwa is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narikhuluwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narikhuluwa 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 Narikhuluwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narikhuluwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narikhuluwa
Where is Narikhuluwa located?
Narikhuluwa village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narikhuluwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Narikhuluwa is Kumbhari.
What is the pincode of Narikhuluwa?
The pincode of Narikhuluwa is 764014.
What is the population of Narikhuluwa?
Narikhuluwa has a total population of 392, including 196 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Narikhuluwa?
There are 74 households in Narikhuluwa.
What is the literacy rate in Narikhuluwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narikhuluwa is 19.64%. Male literacy is 26.02% and female literacy is 13.27%.