Nuapada - Thakurmunda, Mayurbhanj
Nuapada is a village situated in the Thakurmunda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thakurmunda and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Khandbandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuapada is 389002. The village covers a total geographical area of 261 hectares and falls under the 757038 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Nuapada 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 Nuapada
According to the 2011 Census, Nuapada village had a total population of 336 people, including 169 males and 167 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.66%, with male literacy at 64.83% and female literacy at 48.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 162.
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 | 336 | 169 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 76 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 94 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 75 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Nuapada
Nuapada 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 Nuapada
Nuapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Karanjia to Nuapada is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Nuapada is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuapada 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nuapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuapada 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 Nuapada
Where is Nuapada located?
Nuapada village is located in Thakurmunda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nuapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuapada is Khandbandh.
What is the pincode of Nuapada?
The pincode of Nuapada is 757038.
What is the population of Nuapada?
Nuapada had a total population of 336, including 169 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Nuapada?
Nuapada had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nuapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuapada was 56.66%. Male literacy was 64.83% and female literacy was 48.65%.