Natuar - Jamda, Mayurbhanj
Natuar is a village situated in the Jamda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamda and around 109 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Jarkani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Natuar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Natuar is 387572. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 757045 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Natuar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Natuar
According to the 2011 Census, Natuar village had a total population of 290 people, including 154 males and 136 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.63%, with male literacy at 90.07% and female literacy at 65.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 284.
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 | 290 | 154 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 284 | 149 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 127 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 27 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Natuar
Natuar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamod | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Barudihi | South | 1.91 km |
| Bitadihi | East | 2.00 km |
| Maranda | West | 2.09 km |
| Lokanathpur | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Badadundu | North | 2.74 km |
| Gohira | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Olidihi | South | 2.93 km |
| Sandundu | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Dalki | West | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Natuar
Public transport in the Natuar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rairangpur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.6 km.
| 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 Rairangpur to Natuar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Natuar is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Natuar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Natuar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Natuar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Natuar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Natuar
Where is Natuar located?
Natuar village is located in Jamda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Natuar?
The Gram Panchayat of Natuar is Jarkani.
What is the pincode of Natuar?
The pincode of Natuar is 757045.
What is the population of Natuar?
Natuar had a total population of 290, including 154 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Natuar?
Natuar had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Natuar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Natuar was 78.63%. Male literacy was 90.07% and female literacy was 65.29%.