Nuagan - Karanjia, Mayurbhanj
Nuagan is a village situated in the Karanjia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanjia and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Badadeuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuagan is 388847. The village covers a total geographical area of 235 hectares and falls under the 757037 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Nuagan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuagan
According to the 2011 Census, Nuagan village had a total population of 786 people, including 395 males and 391 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.87%, with male literacy at 70.09% and female literacy at 52.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 386.
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 | 786 | 395 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 74 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 386 | 190 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 225 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 170 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Nuagan
Nuagan 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 Nuagan
Public transport in the Nuagan is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Nuagan is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Nuagan is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuagan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuagan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nuagan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuagan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nuagan
Where is Nuagan located?
Nuagan village is located in Karanjia Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nuagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuagan is Badadeuli.
What is the pincode of Nuagan?
The pincode of Nuagan is 757037.
What is the population of Nuagan?
Nuagan had a total population of 786, including 395 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Nuagan?
Nuagan had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nuagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuagan was 60.87%. Male literacy was 70.09% and female literacy was 52.31%.