Nuagaon - Kutra, Sundargarh
Nuagaon is a village situated in the Kutra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kutra and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Nuagaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuagaon is 384143. The village covers a total geographical area of 1633 hectares and falls under the 770018 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Nuagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuagaon
As per Census 2011, Nuagaon village has a total population of 2,196 people, consisting of 1,087 males and 1,109 females. The village has 472 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 360 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,070 literate and 1,126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,565 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,196 | 1,087 | 1,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 182 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 21 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,565 | 787 | 778 |
| Literate Population | 1,070 | 596 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,126 | 491 | 635 |
Nearby Villages of Nuagaon
Nuagaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rangamati | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Kahapani | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Jhirpani | South | 3.90 km |
| Elga | East | 4.10 km |
| Ghantchapal | South | 4.89 km |
| Gariabahal | North-East | 5.03 km |
| Kadopani | North | 5.20 km |
| Badulpani | West | 5.72 km |
| Jauramunda | South-East | 5.74 km |
| Kalijapathar | South | 5.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nuagaon
Nuagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Sogra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Nuagaon is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Nuagaon is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nuagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nuagaon
Where is Nuagaon located?
Nuagaon village is located in Kutra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuagaon?
Nuagaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nuagaon?
The pincode of Nuagaon is 770018.
What is the population of Nuagaon?
Nuagaon has a total population of 2,196, including 1,087 males and 1,109 females.
How many households are there in Nuagaon?
There are 472 households in Nuagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Nuagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuagaon is 48.72%. Male literacy is 54.83% and female literacy is 42.74%.