Naba - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Naba is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Malud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naba is 410220. The village covers a total geographical area of 577 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Rambha is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Naba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naba
According to the 2011 Census, Naba village had a total population of 967 people, including 504 males and 463 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.97%, with male literacy at 88.96% and female literacy at 74.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 967 | 504 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 42 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 714 | 411 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 93 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Naba
Naba 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 Naba
Naba 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 >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 Rambha to Naba is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Naba is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naba 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 Naba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naba 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naba
Where is Naba located?
Naba village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naba?
The Gram Panchayat of Naba is Malud.
What is the pincode of Naba?
The pincode of Naba is 752032.
What is the population of Naba?
Naba had a total population of 967, including 504 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Naba?
Naba had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naba was 81.97%. Male literacy was 88.96% and female literacy was 74.08%.