Nuaguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Nuaguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chancharaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuaguda is 425204. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Nuaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Nuaguda village had a total population of 267 people, including 143 males and 124 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.58%, with male literacy at 65.41% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 175.
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 | 267 | 143 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 10 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 21 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 82 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 87 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 56 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Nuaguda
Nuaguda 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 Nuaguda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Nuaguda. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Nuaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Nuaguda is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Nuaguda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nuaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nuaguda
Where is Nuaguda located?
Nuaguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuaguda is Chancharaguda.
What is the pincode of Nuaguda?
The pincode of Nuaguda is 765019.
What is the population of Nuaguda?
Nuaguda had a total population of 267, including 143 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Nuaguda?
Nuaguda had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nuaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuaguda was 58.58%. Male literacy was 65.41% and female literacy was 50.00%.