Nuaguda - Sinapali, Nuapada
Nuaguda is a village situated in the Sinapali tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinapali and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Kusumjore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuaguda is 422259. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 766108 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 50 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 Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuaguda
As per Census 2011, Nuaguda village has a total population of 468 people, consisting of 224 males and 244 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 133 literate and 335 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 429 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 468 | 224 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 429 | 205 | 224 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 98 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 126 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Nuaguda
Nuaguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Haldikhol | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Brahmanpada | North | 1.96 km |
| Kuliaribahal (koliari Bahal) | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Kaseipani | South | 2.00 km |
| Kusumjore | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Brahmaniguda | West | 3.43 km |
| Patialpara | East | 3.67 km |
| Singjhar | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Govindapur | North-East | 4.63 km |
| Sonabarsa | West | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nuaguda
Public transport in the Nuaguda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.5 km.
| 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 Khariar Road to Nuaguda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Nuaguda 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nuaguda
Where is Nuaguda located?
Nuaguda village is located in Sinapali Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuaguda is Kusumjore.
What is the pincode of Nuaguda?
The pincode of Nuaguda is 766108.
What is the population of Nuaguda?
Nuaguda has a total population of 468, including 224 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Nuaguda?
There are 126 households in Nuaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Nuaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuaguda is 28.42%. Male literacy is 43.75% and female literacy is 14.34%.