Nahiti - Gop, Puri
Nahiti is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Birtung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nahiti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nahiti is 409422. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 752116 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Nahiti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nahiti
As per Census 2011, Nahiti village has a total population of 566 people, consisting of 278 males and 288 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 473 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nahiti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 566 | 278 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 241 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 37 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Nahiti
Nahiti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marad | East | 0.95 km |
| Sauria | South | 1.04 km |
| Erabanga | West | 1.64 km |
| Garajanga | North | 1.90 km |
| Gadakaramala | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Kanti | East | 2.22 km |
| Nirgundi | North | 2.23 km |
| Bhogapada | South | 2.26 km |
| Chitra | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Gadasitha | North | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nahiti
Nahiti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Nahiti is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Nahiti is about 38 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 Nahiti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nahiti 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nahiti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nahiti 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nahiti
Where is Nahiti located?
Nahiti village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nahiti?
The Gram Panchayat of Nahiti is Birtung.
What is the pincode of Nahiti?
The pincode of Nahiti is 752116.
What is the population of Nahiti?
Nahiti has a total population of 566, including 278 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Nahiti?
There are 136 households in Nahiti.
What is the literacy rate in Nahiti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nahiti is 83.57%. Male literacy is 86.69% and female literacy is 80.56%.