Nuagada - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Nuagada is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sarikima serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuagada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuagada is 425080. The village covers a total geographical area of 530 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Nuagada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuagada
As per Census 2011, Nuagada village has a total population of 274 people, consisting of 132 males and 142 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 23 literate and 251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 240 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuagada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 274 | 132 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 115 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 19 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 113 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Nuagada
Nuagada 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 Nuagada
Nuagada 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Nuagada is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Nuagada is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuagada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuagada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nuagada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuagada 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nuagada
Where is Nuagada located?
Nuagada village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuagada?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuagada is Sarikima.
What is the pincode of Nuagada?
The pincode of Nuagada is 765020.
What is the population of Nuagada?
Nuagada has a total population of 274, including 132 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Nuagada?
There are 55 households in Nuagada.
What is the literacy rate in Nuagada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuagada is 8.39%. Male literacy is 14.39% and female literacy is 2.82%.