Newganjabahal - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Newganjabahal is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Kisinda and around 115 km from Sambalpur. Ballam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Newganjabahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Newganjabahal is 382071. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Newganjabahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Newganjabahal
As per Census 2011, Newganjabahal village has a total population of 223 people, consisting of 105 males and 118 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,123 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 100 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Newganjabahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 223 | 105 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 12 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 63 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 42 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Newganjabahal
Newganjabahal 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 Newganjabahal
Newganjabahal 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 | 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 Redhakhol to Newganjabahal is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Newganjabahal is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Newganjabahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Newganjabahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Newganjabahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Newganjabahal 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 Newganjabahal
Where is Newganjabahal located?
Newganjabahal village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Newganjabahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Newganjabahal is Ballam.
What is the pincode of Newganjabahal?
The pincode of Newganjabahal is 768106.
What is the population of Newganjabahal?
Newganjabahal has a total population of 223, including 105 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Newganjabahal?
There are 45 households in Newganjabahal.
What is the literacy rate in Newganjabahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Newganjabahal is 44.84%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 31.36%.