Denuan - Nimapada, Puri
Denuan is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Deuna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Denuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Denuan is 408924. The village covers a total geographical area of 822 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Denuan 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 Denuan
As per Census 2011, Denuan village has a total population of 4,959 people, consisting of 2,570 males and 2,389 females. The village has 1,009 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 505 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,638 literate and 1,321 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,555 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Denuan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,959 | 2,570 | 2,389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 505 | 257 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,555 | 804 | 751 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 3,638 | 2,041 | 1,597 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,321 | 529 | 792 |
Nearby Villages of Denuan
Denuan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhenua | North | 1.92 km |
| Bishnupur | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Hansapada | West | 2.40 km |
| Bhilisasan | East | 2.61 km |
| Bhenkatarayapur | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Padmapur | North | 3.39 km |
| Miteipur | East | 3.58 km |
| Dahijanga | West | 3.63 km |
| Seulakhala | West | 3.72 km |
| Bhiligram | East | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Denuan
Denuan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bir Purushottampur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Denuan is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Denuan 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 Denuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Denuan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Denuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Denuan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Denuan
Where is Denuan located?
Denuan village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Denuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Denuan is Deuna.
What is the pincode of Denuan?
The pincode of Denuan is 752106.
What is the population of Denuan?
Denuan has a total population of 4,959, including 2,570 males and 2,389 females.
How many households are there in Denuan?
There are 1,009 households in Denuan.
What is the literacy rate in Denuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Denuan is 73.36%. Male literacy is 79.42% and female literacy is 66.85%.