Nandra - Padmapur, Rayagada
Nandra is a village situated in the Padmapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmapur and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Nuagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nandra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nandra is 427048. The village covers a total geographical area of 180 hectares and falls under the 765025 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Nandra 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 Nandra
According to the 2011 Census, Nandra village had a total population of 197 people, including 91 males and 106 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,165 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.91%, with male literacy at 44.62% and female literacy at 30.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 183.
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 | 197 | 91 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 86 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 62 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Nandra
Nandra 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 Nandra
Nandra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Gunupur to Nandra is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Nandra is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nandra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nandra 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nandra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nandra 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Nandra
Where is Nandra located?
Nandra village is located in Padmapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nandra?
The Gram Panchayat of Nandra is Nuagada.
What is the pincode of Nandra?
The pincode of Nandra is 765025.
What is the population of Nandra?
Nandra had a total population of 197, including 91 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Nandra?
Nandra had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nandra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nandra was 36.91%. Male literacy was 44.62% and female literacy was 30.95%.