Nilakhamar - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Nilakhamar is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Orkel and around 53 km from Malkangiri . Nilakamberu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nilakhamar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nilakhamar is 430941. The village covers a total geographical area of 1720 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Nilakhamar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nilakhamar
As per Census 2011, Nilakhamar village has a total population of 3,318 people, consisting of 1,654 males and 1,664 females. The village has 791 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 569 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,519 literate and 1,799 illiterate residents. Additionally, 534 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,585 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nilakhamar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,318 | 1,654 | 1,664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 569 | 292 | 277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 534 | 245 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,585 | 797 | 788 |
| Literate Population | 1,519 | 955 | 564 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,799 | 699 | 1,100 |
Nearby Villages of Nilakhamar
Nilakhamar 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 Nilakhamar
Nilakhamar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Nilakhamar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Nilakhamar is about 53 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 Nilakhamar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nilakhamar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nilakhamar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nilakhamar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nilakhamar
Where is Nilakhamar located?
Nilakhamar village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nilakhamar?
The Gram Panchayat of Nilakhamar is Nilakamberu.
What is the pincode of Nilakhamar?
The pincode of Nilakhamar is 764051.
What is the population of Nilakhamar?
Nilakhamar has a total population of 3,318, including 1,654 males and 1,664 females.
How many households are there in Nilakhamar?
There are 791 households in Nilakhamar.
What is the literacy rate in Nilakhamar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nilakhamar is 45.78%. Male literacy is 57.74% and female literacy is 33.89%.