Nandala - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Nandala is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Ramalenka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nandala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nandala is 410236. The village covers a total geographical area of 583 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Nandala 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 Nandala
According to the 2011 Census, Nandala village had a total population of 713 people, including 381 males and 332 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.64%, with male literacy at 92.65% and female literacy at 86.20%.
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 | 713 | 381 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 571 | 315 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 66 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Nandala
Nandala 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 Nandala
Nandala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Brahmapur to Nandala is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Nandala is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nandala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nandala 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 Nandala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nandala 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nandala
Where is Nandala located?
Nandala village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nandala?
The Gram Panchayat of Nandala is Ramalenka.
What is the pincode of Nandala?
The pincode of Nandala is 752032.
What is the population of Nandala?
Nandala had a total population of 713, including 381 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Nandala?
Nandala had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nandala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nandala was 89.64%. Male literacy was 92.65% and female literacy was 86.20%.