Nuapada - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Nuapada is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Nuapada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuapada is 410151. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Nuapada 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 Nuapada
As per Census 2011, Nuapada village has a total population of 2,169 people, consisting of 1,107 males and 1,062 females. The village has 422 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 227 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,691 literate and 478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 670 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,169 | 1,107 | 1,062 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 117 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 670 | 347 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,691 | 927 | 764 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 180 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Nuapada
Nuapada 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 Nuapada
Nuapada 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 5-10 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 Banapur to Nuapada is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Nuapada is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nuapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nuapada
Where is Nuapada located?
Nuapada village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuapada?
Nuapada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nuapada?
The pincode of Nuapada is 752032.
What is the population of Nuapada?
Nuapada has a total population of 2,169, including 1,107 males and 1,062 females.
How many households are there in Nuapada?
There are 422 households in Nuapada.
What is the literacy rate in Nuapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuapada is 77.96%. Male literacy is 83.74% and female literacy is 71.94%.