Nehura - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Nehura is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Umarkote and around 93 km from Nabarangapur . Nehura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nehura is 427389. The village covers a total geographical area of 506 hectares and falls under the 764073 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Nehura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nehura
As per Census 2011, Nehura village has a total population of 1,015 people, consisting of 490 males and 525 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 284 literate and 731 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 879 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nehura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,015 | 490 | 525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 122 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 879 | 414 | 465 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 173 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 731 | 317 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Nehura
Nehura 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 Nehura
Nehura 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 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 Umarkote to Nehura is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Nehura is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nehura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nehura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nehura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nehura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nehura
Where is Nehura located?
Nehura village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nehura?
Nehura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nehura?
The pincode of Nehura is 764073.
What is the population of Nehura?
Nehura has a total population of 1,015, including 490 males and 525 females.
How many households are there in Nehura?
There are 208 households in Nehura.
What is the literacy rate in Nehura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nehura is 27.98%. Male literacy is 35.31% and female literacy is 21.14%.