Nuakote - Paparahandi, Nabarangpur
Nuakote is a village situated in the Paparahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Paparahandi and around 37 km from Nabarangapur . Nuakote village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuakote is 427722. The village covers a total geographical area of 2095 hectares and falls under the 764071 pincode. Papadahandi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Nuakote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dabugam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuakote
As per Census 2011, Nuakote village has a total population of 6,363 people, consisting of 3,185 males and 3,178 females. The village has 1,459 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,368 literate and 3,995 illiterate residents. Additionally, 554 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,296 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuakote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,363 | 3,185 | 3,178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,133 | 570 | 563 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 554 | 288 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,296 | 1,123 | 1,173 |
| Literate Population | 2,368 | 1,486 | 882 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,995 | 1,699 | 2,296 |
Nearby Villages of Nuakote
Nuakote 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuchha | North | 2.37 km |
| Batakari | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Charamula | East | 3.89 km |
| Chandrapur | South-East | 4.30 km |
| Kontamal | North-West | 4.38 km |
| Majhiguda | North-East | 4.92 km |
| Jambuguda | North | 5.14 km |
| Dayaguda | West | 5.42 km |
| Kamarahandi | North | 5.44 km |
| Gopiguda | East | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nuakote
Public transport in the Nuakote is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Charamula Kusum, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Papadahandi to Nuakote is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Nuakote is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuakote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuakote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nuakote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuakote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nuakote
Where is Nuakote located?
Nuakote village is located in Paparahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuakote?
Nuakote is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nuakote?
The pincode of Nuakote is 764071.
What is the population of Nuakote?
Nuakote has a total population of 6,363, including 3,185 males and 3,178 females.
How many households are there in Nuakote?
There are 1,459 households in Nuakote.
What is the literacy rate in Nuakote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuakote is 37.22%. Male literacy is 46.66% and female literacy is 27.75%.