Nonar - Piro, Bhojpur
Nonar is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Nonar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nonar is 247391. The village covers a total geographical area of 677 hectares and falls under the 802207 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Nonar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nonar
According to the 2011 Census, Nonar village had a total population of 7,835 people, including 4,157 males and 3,678 females, living in 1,212 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.04%, with male literacy at 81.59% and female literacy at 56.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 749, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 7,835 | 4,157 | 3,678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,292 | 658 | 634 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 749 | 397 | 352 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,583 | 2,855 | 1,728 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,252 | 1,302 | 1,950 |
Nearby Villages of Nonar
Nonar 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 Nonar
Nonar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Nonar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Nonar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Nonar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nonar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nonar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nonar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nonar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Nonar
Where is Nonar located?
Nonar village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nonar?
Nonar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nonar?
The pincode of Nonar is 802207.
What is the population of Nonar?
Nonar had a total population of 7,835, including 4,157 males and 3,678 females.
How many households are there in Nonar?
Nonar had 1,212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nonar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nonar was 70.04%. Male literacy was 81.59% and female literacy was 56.77%.