Nuasahi - Kaptipada, Mayurbhanj
Nuasahi is a village situated in the Kaptipada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaptipada and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Kolialam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuasahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuasahi is 391147. The village covers a total geographical area of 318 hectares and falls under the 757041 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Nuasahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuasahi
According to the 2011 Census, Nuasahi village had a total population of 1,074 people, including 529 males and 545 females, living in 301 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.82%, with male literacy at 56.39% and female literacy at 27.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 966.
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 | 1,074 | 529 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 75 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 966 | 474 | 492 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 256 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 693 | 273 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Nuasahi
Nuasahi 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 Nuasahi
Nuasahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Udala to Nuasahi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Nuasahi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuasahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuasahi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nuasahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuasahi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nuasahi
Where is Nuasahi located?
Nuasahi village is located in Kaptipada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nuasahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuasahi is Kolialam.
What is the pincode of Nuasahi?
The pincode of Nuasahi is 757041.
What is the population of Nuasahi?
Nuasahi had a total population of 1,074, including 529 males and 545 females.
How many households are there in Nuasahi?
Nuasahi had 301 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nuasahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuasahi was 41.82%. Male literacy was 56.39% and female literacy was 27.35%.