Nirgundi - Gop, Puri
Nirgundi is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Payara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nirgundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nirgundi is 409385. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 752116 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Nirgundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nirgundi
As per Census 2011, Nirgundi village has a total population of 363 people, consisting of 190 males and 173 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nirgundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 363 | 190 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 148 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 42 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Nirgundi
Nirgundi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadasitha | North-West | 0.80 km |
| Garajanga | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Gadakaramala | South-East | 0.97 km |
| Chadheigan | North | 1.02 km |
| Manapada | East | 1.72 km |
| Sudarekha | North | 1.84 km |
| Iswarjanga | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Palasri | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Khulisha | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Nahiti | South | 2.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nirgundi
Nirgundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Nimapada to Nirgundi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Nirgundi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nirgundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nirgundi 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 Nirgundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nirgundi 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nirgundi
Where is Nirgundi located?
Nirgundi village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nirgundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Nirgundi is Payara.
What is the pincode of Nirgundi?
The pincode of Nirgundi is 752116.
What is the population of Nirgundi?
Nirgundi has a total population of 363, including 190 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Nirgundi?
There are 77 households in Nirgundi.
What is the literacy rate in Nirgundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nirgundi is 73.28%. Male literacy is 77.89% and female literacy is 68.21%.