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Administrative Divisions, Subdivision, Blocks & Village List of Nayagarh District, Odisha
Introduction
Nayagarh District, located in the Indian state of Odisha, is a region rich in culture, history, and vibrant rural life. Spanning approximately 3,890 sq km, it is administratively structured into multiple levels to ensure efficient governance and rural development. This article delves into the administrative divisions, including the subdivision, various blocks (Tehsils/CD Blocks), and an extensive catalog of villages categorized by their Gram Panchayats. Whether for development planning, academic research, or civic awareness, this comprehensive overview is an invaluable reference.
- District Overview
Name: Nayagarh District, Odisha
Area: Approximately 3,890 sq km, comprising around 3,835 sq km of rural terrain and 54.6 sq km of urban area.
Population (2011): Total – 962,789; Male – 502,636; Female – 460,153
Literacy Rate: About 80.42%
This demographic and geographical base shapes how the district is administratively managed.
- Subdivision of Nayagarh District
Nayagarh District comprises one major subdivision:
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1 Nayagarh
This centralized structure simplifies governance logistics and administrative oversight.
- Blocks (Community Development Blocks / Tehsils)
The district is further divided into 8 blocks, also treated as Tehsils or C.D. Blocks depending on context:
- Bhapur
- Daspalla
- Gania
- Khandapada
- Nayagarh
- Nuagaon
- Odagaon
- Ranpur
Another dataset, however, expands to 12 Tehsils/CD Blocks, reflecting local administrative nuances and community distribution:
No. CD Block / Tehsil Area (km²) Population (2011)
1 Banigochha 350 26,348
2 Dasapalla 553 77,560
3 Fategarh 223 125,616
4 Gania 461 38,506
5 Itamati 82 71,641
6 Khandapada 333 96,214
7 Nayagarh 60 60,036
8 Nayagarh Sadar 232 48,977
9 Nuagaon 253 44,036
10 Odagaon 544 116,027
11 Ranapur 509 150,919
12 Sarankul 290 106,909
Largest by area: Dasapalla (553 km²)
Smallest by area: Nayagarh (60 km²)
Most populous: Ranapur (150,919)
Least populous: Banigochha (26,348)
This refined breakdown emphasizes the district’s diverse demographic and spatial distribution.
- Overview of Village Structure
Nayagarh District comprises:
8 Tahasils / Blocks
8 Tehsils
14 Police Stations
194 Gram Panchayats (GPs)
1,702 Villages
Alternatively, villageinfo.in states approximately 1,541 villages—the difference likely reflects updates or data aggregation methods.
- Detailed Village Listing (Gram Panchayat‑Wise by Block)
Below is a selective representation of villages under various blocks, organized by Gram Panchayat, derived from official district sources:
Daspalla Block
Kujamendhi GP: Kankanamendhi, Salamendhi, Darsadhipada, Naikgaon, Ambalimba, Talakhola, Badirigochha, Barasahi, Kuradhinisa, Gadasarupahad, Karadigada, Bijataila, Kumbhikela, Timajhola, Rupajhari, Rupajharinuagan, Bandhakhamana, Kujamendhi, Chhitukulinuagan, Chhitukuli, Gundurisahi Nuagan, Sarupada, Kapugodakhesara, Andharbadikhesara, Andharbadi, Chancharapalli, Kalakiari, Kapugoda, Gundurisahi, Gunduribadi, Kankalipahad, Mundala, Padhanpada, Kukuti, Banikhesara, Baani, Odamba, Karadabani, Gadiapadakhesara, Sadapadar, Takalipahad, Kanimendhipahad, Kurudangikhesara, Talapajupahad
Banigochha GP: Simantapur, Aruneswarpahad, Purunapani, Bankamahulapahad, Penagola, Kamutipanga, Brahmanadeipahad, Banigochha, Banigochhakhesara No-2, Falapajunuagaon, Phalapaju, Dangibadikhesara, Bhendiapathar
Kulurukumpa GP: Basukipadar, Gambhariganda, Bidapaju, Bhimakanda, Taladikiri, Haladiapahad, Uparadikiri, Gurakhesara
Nuagaon GP (Daspalla): Birapaju, Abhayapur, Gochhabari, Kutibari, Jorakani, Kanipokhari, Dhundugadia, Putungi, Badasikharpanga, Sirisabadi, Nandapaju, Chakapaju, Dhanapaju, Genagenda, Lingirisahi, Gundurisahi, Nuagaon, Badataila, Dolamundei, Minagadu, Sidingi
Gania Block
Badasilinga GP: Purunapani, Geragedi, Kendudhipa, Dhipasahi, Mahanadikhesra, Sakatapalli, Osamaska, Kuchumara, Endagadu, Dimiripatia, Senaperi, Buriapaju, Idei, Bankajhari, Duising, Kumuri, Bedadi, Damaghati, Tudungi, Janakajhali, Seranda, Rekadi, Gahandi, Sikaragochha, Badasilinga, Gochhabari, Sagadabhanga, Malasapadar, Sanasilinga, Dhuapaju
(and similarly for Chhamundia, Rasanga, Belapadapatna, Kishoreprasad, Gania, Adakata, Karadapada GPs, each listing multiple villages)
Khandapada Block
Gram Panchayats like Bada Banapur, Kantilo, Benagadia, Singhapada, Kiajhar, Khalisahi, Bodasa, Ranichheli, Mardarajapur, Ranipada, each aggregate a list of villages, such as Pendaragadia, Kantilo (CT), Mareikana, Gopinathpur, etc.
Bhapur Block
Has Gram Panchayats like Dhanachangada, Patharachakada, Rakama, and many others, including extensive village listings like Khaparmala, Laxmiprasad, Kaliapalli, Sunakhala, etc.
Nayagarh Block
Covers GPs like Kridaspur, Balugaon, Saradhapur, Champatipur, Gambharidihi, Badapandusar, Baunsiapada, Biruda, Itamati, Gadadharprasad, Lakhmiprasad, Ghadual, Bhatasahi, Natugaon, Sarankul, Machhipada—each listing their own clusters of villages.
Nuagaon Block
Includes GPs such as Sorada, Sikrida, Korada, Nuagaon GP (Nuagaon area), Malisahi, Dhenkana, Durudura, Chahali, Maichheli, Jakeda, Kaptapalli, Gumi, Beruhanbari, Bahadajhola, Singarpalli, Paradhipi, Mahipur, Badagotha, Gateri, Haripur, Udaypur, Khandugaon—with detailed village listings under each.
Odagaon Block
Gram Panchayats include Sunamuhin, Kurala, Panderipada, Pantikhari, Rabigadia, Korapitha, Saradhapur, Bhadikila, Magarbandha, Gotisahi, Solapata, Dimisara, Saranakul, Nandighora, Arada, Rabera, Ranganipatna, Komanda, Panchumu, GODIPADA, Haridabandha, Angisingi, Badagorada, Giridipali, Rohibank, Sakeri—each describing their local villages.
Ranpur Block
Consists of GPs such as Rajasunakhala, Narendrapur, Kulasara, Khairpalli, Gadabanikilo, Lodhachua—listing villages like Ramabila, Ankulapalli, Narendrapur, Kulasara, Khairapali, etc.
- Why This Administrative Breakdown Matters
Local Governance: Gram Panchayats act as the grassroots units in rural administration. Grouping villages under them enables focused governance and resource management.
Development Planning: Block-level and Tehsil divisions allow creation of tailored development plans like agricultural support, education access, and infrastructure projects.
Resource Allocation: Population and area data help prioritize resource distribution—e.g. densely populated blocks like Ranapur vs sparsely populated ones like Banigochha.
Law & Order: Presence of 14 Police Stations ensures vigilance and administrative reach across villages.
- Summary Table
Level Units / Details
District Nayagarh
Subdivision Nayagarh (single subdivision)
Blocks (official) 8 Blocks: Bhapur, Daspalla, Gania, Khandapada, Nayagarh, Nuagaon, Odagaon, Ranpur
CD Blocks / Tehsils (detailed) 12 Blocks with area & population stats
Gram Panchayats 194 GPs across the district
Villages 1,702 (or ~1,541) villages spread across GPs
Police Stations 14 PS for law enforcement
Disclaimer
The information in this article is sourced from official district publications (Nayagarh District Website) and reliable aggregation platforms (e.g., villageinfo.in). Discrepancies in figures—especially village counts—may arise due to updates or administrative changes post‑2011 Census. Users are advised to consult the latest government records or local administrative offices for the most current data.
