Joginder Nagar - Great Nicobar, Nicobars
Joginder Nagar is a village situated in the Great Nicobar taluka of Nicobars district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. Laxminagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joginder Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joginder Nagar is 645195. The village covers a total geographical area of 838.51 hectares and falls under the 744302 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 556 km away.
Joginder Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Joginder Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Joginder Nagar village had a total population of 693 people, including 401 males and 292 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 728 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.65%, with male literacy at 79.62% and female literacy at 72.45%.
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 | 693 | 401 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 489 | 297 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 104 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Joginder Nagar
Joginder Nagar 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 Joginder Nagar
Joginder Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Port Blair to Joginder Nagar is about 556 km, with a usual travel time of around ~15.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Car Nicobar to Joginder Nagar is about 287 km, with the usual travel time around ~8.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joginder Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joginder Nagar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Joginder Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joginder Nagar 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 Joginder Nagar
Where is Joginder Nagar located?
Joginder Nagar village is located in Great Nicobar Taluka, Nicobars district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Joginder Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Joginder Nagar is Laxminagar.
What is the pincode of Joginder Nagar?
The pincode of Joginder Nagar is 744302.
What is the population of Joginder Nagar?
Joginder Nagar had a total population of 693, including 401 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Joginder Nagar?
Joginder Nagar had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Joginder Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joginder Nagar was 76.65%. Male literacy was 79.62% and female literacy was 72.45%.