Nischintipur - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Nischintipur is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kurda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nischintipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nischintipur is 384896. The village covers a total geographical area of 341 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Nischintipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nischintipur
As per Census 2011, Nischintipur village has a total population of 1,001 people, consisting of 494 males and 507 females. The village has 258 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 435 literate and 566 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 689 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nischintipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,001 | 494 | 507 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 83 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 9 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 689 | 341 | 348 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 242 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 566 | 252 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Nischintipur
Nischintipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khendraposh | South | 1.25 km |
| Ramaruda | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Ulsurei | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Sankundeikela | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Kudeikela | North | 1.89 km |
| Kododihi | South | 2.16 km |
| Tankajoda | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Hatibahal | East | 2.25 km |
| Jogibandh | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Bileipada | North | 2.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nischintipur
Public transport in the Nischintipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Raurkela to Nischintipur is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Nischintipur is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nischintipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nischintipur 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 Nischintipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nischintipur 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 Nischintipur
Where is Nischintipur located?
Nischintipur village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nischintipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nischintipur is Kurda.
What is the pincode of Nischintipur?
The pincode of Nischintipur is 770040.
What is the population of Nischintipur?
Nischintipur has a total population of 1,001, including 494 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Nischintipur?
There are 258 households in Nischintipur.
What is the literacy rate in Nischintipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nischintipur is 43.46%. Male literacy is 48.99% and female literacy is 38.07%.