Nuaguda - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Nuaguda is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 85 km from Jharigan and around 85 km from Nabarangapur . Jharigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuaguda is 427543. The village covers a total geographical area of 339 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Nuaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Nuaguda village had a total population of 290 people, including 150 males and 140 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.38%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 43.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 142.
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 | 150 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 69 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 90 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 60 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Nuaguda
Nuaguda 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 Nuaguda
Nuaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Umarkote to Nuaguda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Nuaguda is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuaguda 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 Nuaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuaguda 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 Nuaguda
Where is Nuaguda located?
Nuaguda village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuaguda is Jharigam.
What is the pincode of Nuaguda?
The pincode of Nuaguda is 764076.
What is the population of Nuaguda?
Nuaguda had a total population of 290, including 150 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Nuaguda?
Nuaguda had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nuaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuaguda was 57.38%. Male literacy was 69.23% and female literacy was 43.86%.