Newkanchanpur - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Newkanchanpur is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Kisinda and around 70 km from Sambalpur. Girischandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Newkanchanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Newkanchanpur is 382032. The village covers a total geographical area of 659 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Newkanchanpur 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 Newkanchanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Newkanchanpur village had a total population of 67 people, including 40 males and 27 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 675 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.34%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 34.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
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 | 67 | 40 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 8 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 26 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 14 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Newkanchanpur
Newkanchanpur 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 Newkanchanpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Newkanchanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Redhakhol to Newkanchanpur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Newkanchanpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Newkanchanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Newkanchanpur 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 Newkanchanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Newkanchanpur 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 Newkanchanpur
Where is Newkanchanpur located?
Newkanchanpur village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Newkanchanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Newkanchanpur is Girischandrapur.
What is the pincode of Newkanchanpur?
The pincode of Newkanchanpur is 768106.
What is the population of Newkanchanpur?
Newkanchanpur had a total population of 67, including 40 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Newkanchanpur?
Newkanchanpur had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Newkanchanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Newkanchanpur was 60.34%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 34.62%.