Nuapada
MP - Mr. Bhakta Charan Das
Population - 606,490
History
The District of Nuapada was a part of Kalahandi District till early March 1993, but for the administrative convenience, Kalahandi District was divided into two parts i.e. Kalahandi and Nuapada vide State Government Notification No. DRC-44/93/14218/R. dated 27 March 1993. Nuapada District now comprises two sub-division (Nuapada and khariar), two tehsils (Nuapada and Khariar) and five Community Development Blocks (Khariar, Sinapalli, Boden, Nuapada and Komna).
Geography
Naupada district located in western part of Orissa, lies between 20° 0' N and 21° 5' No latitudes and between 82° 20' E and 82° 40' E longitudes. Its boundaries extend in the north, west and south to Mahasamund district in Chhattisgarh and in the east to Bargarh, Balangir and Kalahandi districts. This district is spread over in an area of 3407.5 km² and the administrative headquarters is located at Nuapada.
The plains of Naupada subdivision fringed by rugged hill ranges stretch southward, which belong to the main line of the Eastern Ghats and contain extensive plateaus of about 4000 ft (1200 m) in elevation with long tropical grass grown over them. They contain such mineral deposits of laterite, graphite and bauxite.Demographics
According to the 2011 census Nuapada district has a population of 606490, roughly equal to the nation of Solomon Islands or the US state of Wyoming. This gives it a ranking of 524th in India (out of a total of 640). The district has a population density of 157 inhabitants per square kilometer (410 /sq mi) . Its population growth rate over the decade 2001-2011 was 14.28 %. Nuapada has a sex ratio of 1020 females for every 1000 males, and a literacy rate of 58.2 %.Flora and Fauna
The hill sides rising up precipitously from the plains are covered with dense Sal forests. The forests of the district are managed under Forest Division namely Khariar Division. According to their composition, the forests can be classified into sal forests, teak forests, miscellaneous forests where sal, teak and other species occur in mixture and bamboo forest. All these are situated in the dry deciduous forest zone. Timber is by far the major forest produce and sal is no doubt, a major constituent of these products. Other important species are bija, asan, bandhan and teak. Among the minor forest produces of this region are kendu leaf, bamboo, broom-grass, mohua flower and seed, antia bark and sabai-grass. Timber, bamboo and kendu leaf are the main exports outside the state.Education
There are 19 schools in Nuapada.
PRIME ATTRACTIONS
Patalganga
It is a nice spot in the bosom of nature with a perennial spring, the water of which is considered as sacred as that of the holy Ganges. Local people perform their obsequies in the down stream. Legend would have it that Rama, Laxman and Sita visited the spot during their exile where Sita felt thirsty. Laxman pierced the ground with his arrow occasioning the birth of the spring. On the day of solar eclipse and lunar eclipse, people here gather in large number to take their bath in the holy water.
Yogimath
Cave paintings of Neolithic age are found at Yogimath. The paintings on the rock surface are distinctly drawn in Indian red, which include bull cow. The painting of Calf and man signifies man's entry into agriculture. Nearby stands the 'Risipiti' mountain, interesting for producing clear echoes.
Budhikomna
Budhikomana houses the famous temple of 'Pataleswar' made of bricks in 'Pancharatha' style unique in the state. A connoisseur of art and architecture finds immense pleasure in observing the different facets of this place. It is also a popular pilgrim centre in the locality.
EXCURSIONS
Patora
On the bank of river jonk is a place of uncommon scenic charms. Engirdled on all sides by green clad hills. It holds in its bosom and irrigation project and culture dating back to pre-Christian era at Manikgarh. This is the Dam site of the Upper Jonk Irrigation Project situated at a distance of 20-KM from the District Headquarter.
This place is also famous for 'Yogeswar Temple'. There is a lot of scope for Boating in the Reservoir of the U.J.I.P. It has also been planned to start the District Museum and Pantha Nivas at the Dam site.
Sunabeda
Close to Patora is Sunabeda Wildlife sanctuary. A waterfall called "Godhosh", about 63m amidst dense forest enhances the scenic view of the place. It is only 40-km from Komna Block headquarter.
The people of the area sacredly worship the goddes "Sunadei" presiding deity of the plateau, on the day of Dussehra. Sunabeda is a plateau inhabited mainly by 'Gond', 'Bhunjia' and 'Paharia'. The plateau is the source of the river Jonk and Sundar. The highest points on the plateau are 3056ft, called Birbusi and Kotpadar (3235ft) to the South. The entire plateau is an extensive and valuable grazing ground for the cattle.
Maraguda
About 17-km from District Headquarter, the Maraguda valley is situated on the upper reaches of the Jonk river. The site of the ancient metropolis of Koshala Nagari with flourished from the 3rd to 13th century AD. Has been graphically detailed in the accounts of Chinese travellers Hiuen T'sang. The village is famous for 10th to 12th century archaeological finds of 'Kalachuri' dynasty. The excavations are underway.
Tanwat
Tanwat is a village about 7-km to the south of Nuapada District Headquarters situated at the foothills of Manikgargh. The river Silda that owes its origin in the hills creates a cascading waterfall at Bogthola, which is about 1-km to the west of Tanwat. The village has temple dedicated to the deity "Konabhoinra". Near the temple the relics of ruined fort can be seen.
Popularly known as 'Saliagarh' where the people of Khariar estate united in 1930 and protested against the taxation on the tenants of the Estate. To commemorate the same a freedom fighter's pillar constructed. It is 8-kms from Nuapada on the way to Khariar Road.
Budhikomna
Budhikomana houses the famous temple of 'Pataleswar' made of bricks in 'Pancharatha' style unique in the state. A connoisseur of art and architecture finds immense pleasure in observing the different facets of this place. It is also a popular pilgrim centre in the locality.
EXCURSIONS
Patora
On the bank of river jonk is a place of uncommon scenic charms. Engirdled on all sides by green clad hills. It holds in its bosom and irrigation project and culture dating back to pre-Christian era at Manikgarh. This is the Dam site of the Upper Jonk Irrigation Project situated at a distance of 20-KM from the District Headquarter.
This place is also famous for 'Yogeswar Temple'. There is a lot of scope for Boating in the Reservoir of the U.J.I.P. It has also been planned to start the District Museum and Pantha Nivas at the Dam site.
Sunabeda
Close to Patora is Sunabeda Wildlife sanctuary. A waterfall called "Godhosh", about 63m amidst dense forest enhances the scenic view of the place. It is only 40-km from Komna Block headquarter.
The people of the area sacredly worship the goddes "Sunadei" presiding deity of the plateau, on the day of Dussehra. Sunabeda is a plateau inhabited mainly by 'Gond', 'Bhunjia' and 'Paharia'. The plateau is the source of the river Jonk and Sundar. The highest points on the plateau are 3056ft, called Birbusi and Kotpadar (3235ft) to the South. The entire plateau is an extensive and valuable grazing ground for the cattle.
Maraguda
About 17-km from District Headquarter, the Maraguda valley is situated on the upper reaches of the Jonk river. The site of the ancient metropolis of Koshala Nagari with flourished from the 3rd to 13th century AD. Has been graphically detailed in the accounts of Chinese travellers Hiuen T'sang. The village is famous for 10th to 12th century archaeological finds of 'Kalachuri' dynasty. The excavations are underway.
Tanwat
Tanwat is a village about 7-km to the south of Nuapada District Headquarters situated at the foothills of Manikgargh. The river Silda that owes its origin in the hills creates a cascading waterfall at Bogthola, which is about 1-km to the west of Tanwat. The village has temple dedicated to the deity "Konabhoinra". Near the temple the relics of ruined fort can be seen.
Budhikomana houses the famous temple of 'Pataleswar' made of bricks in 'Pancharatha' style unique in the state. A connoisseur of art and architecture finds immense pleasure in observing the different facets of this place. It is also a popular pilgrim centre in the locality.
EXCURSIONS
Patora
On the bank of river jonk is a place of uncommon scenic charms. Engirdled on all sides by green clad hills. It holds in its bosom and irrigation project and culture dating back to pre-Christian era at Manikgarh. This is the Dam site of the Upper Jonk Irrigation Project situated at a distance of 20-KM from the District Headquarter.
This place is also famous for 'Yogeswar Temple'. There is a lot of scope for Boating in the Reservoir of the U.J.I.P. It has also been planned to start the District Museum and Pantha Nivas at the Dam site.
Sunabeda
Close to Patora is Sunabeda Wildlife sanctuary. A waterfall called "Godhosh", about 63m amidst dense forest enhances the scenic view of the place. It is only 40-km from Komna Block headquarter.
The people of the area sacredly worship the goddes "Sunadei" presiding deity of the plateau, on the day of Dussehra. Sunabeda is a plateau inhabited mainly by 'Gond', 'Bhunjia' and 'Paharia'. The plateau is the source of the river Jonk and Sundar. The highest points on the plateau are 3056ft, called Birbusi and Kotpadar (3235ft) to the South. The entire plateau is an extensive and valuable grazing ground for the cattle.
Maraguda
About 17-km from District Headquarter, the Maraguda valley is situated on the upper reaches of the Jonk river. The site of the ancient metropolis of Koshala Nagari with flourished from the 3rd to 13th century AD. Has been graphically detailed in the accounts of Chinese travellers Hiuen T'sang. The village is famous for 10th to 12th century archaeological finds of 'Kalachuri' dynasty. The excavations are underway.
Tanwat
Tanwat is a village about 7-km to the south of Nuapada District Headquarters situated at the foothills of Manikgargh. The river Silda that owes its origin in the hills creates a cascading waterfall at Bogthola, which is about 1-km to the west of Tanwat. The village has temple dedicated to the deity "Konabhoinra". Near the temple the relics of ruined fort can be seen.
Saliha
Popularly known as 'Saliagarh' where the people of Khariar estate united in 1930 and protested against the taxation on the tenants of the Estate. To commemorate the same a freedom fighter's pillar constructed. It is 8-kms from Nuapada on the way to Khariar Road.
HOTELS & REST HOUSES
- Revenue Rest Shed, Boden, Patalganga
- Revenue Rest Shed, Khariar, Yogimath
- P.W.D.I.B., Khariar, Yogimath
- Shree Agrasen Bhawan, Khariar, Yogimath
- P.W.D.I.B., Komma, Budhikomna
- Hotel Blue Diamond, Khariar Road
- Jalaram Lodge , Khariar Road
- P.W.D.I.B., Khariar Road
HOW TO GET THERE
Air:
The nearest Airport for approaching the places of interest in the district of Nuapada is at Rajpur, Madhya Pradesh , 130-Kms and Bhubaneswar the state capital of Orissa 535-kms. There is an airstrip at Gotma 7-kms and 4-kms and 4-kms respectively from Nuapada and Khariar Road.
Rail:
Nearest railhead is at Nuapada Road 3 k.m. on Vizang-Raipur line on S.E. Railway.
Road:
Rajpur is connected with all weather motorable roads to Bhubaneswar and various other cities of the state.
FOR MORE TRAVEL INFORMATION
Medical:
- District Headquarter Hospital, Nuapada Tel. 3456
- Govt. Hospital, Khariar Road
- Govt. Hospital Komana
- Govt. Hospital Khariar
- Govt. Hospital Sinapali
- Govt. Hospital Boden
- Mission Hospital Khariar
- Thomas Hospital, Khariar Road.
Banks:
- State Bank of India (Main Branch, Nuapada)
- State Bank of India (ADB) Nuapada.
- State Bank of India, Khariar
- Central Bank of India, Khariar Road
- Kalahandi Anchalika Gramya Bank, Nuapada.
Postal:
Postal Service is available Nuapada, Khariar, Komana, Tukula, Boden, Sinapali and other places.
Shopping:
The befitting place for shopping is Khariar Road, Nuapada and Khariar.
Assistance:
Tourist Officer, Bahadur Bagichapada, Bhawanipatna, District Kalahandi,
Pin- 766001
Nearby Cities:
Pin- 766001
Nearby Cities:
- Saliha: 8 K.M.
- Maraguda: 16 K.M.
- Tanwat: 7 K.M.
- Sunabeda: 80 K.M.
- Patora: 20 K.M.
- Budhikomna: 40 K.M.
- Yogimath: 82 K.M.
- Patalganga: 110 K.M.
- Raipur: 137 K.M.
- Gotama: 4 K.M.
