Nalitakudi - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Nalitakudi is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Malud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nalitakudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalitakudi is 410217. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Nalitakudi 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 Nalitakudi
According to the 2011 Census, Nalitakudi village had a total population of 320 people, including 171 males and 149 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.50%, with male literacy at 93.84% and female literacy at 73.60%.
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 | 320 | 171 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 137 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 34 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Nalitakudi
Nalitakudi 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 Nalitakudi
Nalitakudi 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 Balugaon to Nalitakudi is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Nalitakudi is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nalitakudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalitakudi 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 Nalitakudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalitakudi 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 Nalitakudi
Where is Nalitakudi located?
Nalitakudi village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nalitakudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Nalitakudi is Malud.
What is the pincode of Nalitakudi?
The pincode of Nalitakudi is 752032.
What is the population of Nalitakudi?
Nalitakudi had a total population of 320, including 171 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Nalitakudi?
Nalitakudi had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nalitakudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalitakudi was 84.50%. Male literacy was 93.84% and female literacy was 73.60%.