Sastri Nagar - Great Nicobar, Nicobars
Sastri Nagar is a village situated in the Great Nicobar taluka of Nicobars district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. Laxminagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sastri Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sastri Nagar is 645191. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.59 hectares and falls under the 744302 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 556 km away.
Sastri Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sastri Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Sastri Nagar village had a total population of 15 people, including 9 males and 6 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.86%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 2 | 0 |
Nearby Villages of Sastri Nagar
Sastri 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 Sastri Nagar
Sastri Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sastri Nagar is about 556 km, with a usual travel time of around ~15.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Car Nicobar to Sastri 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 Sastri Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sastri 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sastri 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 Sastri 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sastri Nagar
Where is Sastri Nagar located?
Sastri Nagar village is located in Great Nicobar Taluka, Nicobars district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sastri Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sastri Nagar is Laxminagar.
What is the pincode of Sastri Nagar?
The pincode of Sastri Nagar is 744302.
What is the population of Sastri Nagar?
Sastri Nagar had a total population of 15, including 9 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Sastri Nagar?
Sastri Nagar had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sastri Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sastri Nagar was 92.86%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 100.00%.