Nandhua - Tiring, Mayurbhanj
Nandhua is a village situated in the Tiring tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiring and around 134 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Kulughutu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nandhua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nandhua is 387472. The village covers a total geographical area of 197 hectares and falls under the 757053 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Nandhua 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 Nandhua
As per Census 2011, Nandhua village has a total population of 775 people, consisting of 390 males and 385 females. The village has 182 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 317 literate and 458 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 716 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nandhua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 775 | 390 | 385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 716 | 362 | 354 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 211 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 179 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Nandhua
Nandhua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijoybasa | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Deogan | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Maghua | South | 1.61 km |
| Rambeda | West | 1.67 km |
| Jirai | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Kulughutu | North | 1.84 km |
| Murda | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Tudukam | East | 2.49 km |
| Poda | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Sannarayani | South-East | 2.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nandhua
Nandhua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rairangpur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Rairangpur to Nandhua is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Nandhua is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nandhua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nandhua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nandhua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nandhua 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nandhua
Where is Nandhua located?
Nandhua village is located in Tiring Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nandhua?
The Gram Panchayat of Nandhua is Kulughutu.
What is the pincode of Nandhua?
The pincode of Nandhua is 757053.
What is the population of Nandhua?
Nandhua has a total population of 775, including 390 males and 385 females.
How many households are there in Nandhua?
There are 182 households in Nandhua.
What is the literacy rate in Nandhua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nandhua is 40.90%. Male literacy is 54.10% and female literacy is 27.53%.