Nanwan

Nanwan is a village located in Bodh Gaya subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Bodh Gaya (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Gapha Khurd is the gram panchayat of Nanwan village.

Nanwan has its own place in the vibrant Gaya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Nanwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nanwan is 256615. The village spans a total geographical area of 399 hectares. Bodh Gaya is nearest town to Nanwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Nanwan

Below is a concise population overview of Nanwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,179 1,116 1,063
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 334 169 165
Scheduled Castes (SC) 662 327 335
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 997 666 331
Illiterate Population 1,182 450 732

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nanwan village:

  • The total population of Nanwan village is around 2,179, including approximately 1,116 males and 1,063 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 334 children aged 0–6 years in Nanwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nanwan village has 662 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Nanwan village is about 45.75%, with male literacy at 59.68% and female literacy at 31.14%.
  • There are around 332 households in Nanwan village.

Connectivity of Nanwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nanwan. As per the 2011 stats, Nanwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Nanwan

Knowing the nearby villages of Nanwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nanwan.

Lohara Chapri Kishunpur Jarhari Jarahara Harli Khurd Mahuet Gapha Kalan Gapha Khurd Khaira Bara Jani Bigha Kurum Dih Sahil

Frequently Asked Questions about Nanwan

Where is Nanwan located?
Nanwan village is situated in Bodh Gaya Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nanwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nanwan is Gapha Khurd (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Nanwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nanwan is 2,179, with 1,116 males and 1,063 females.
How many households are there in Nanwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nanwan village has a total of 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nanwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nanwan is 45.75%. The male literacy rate is 59.68%, while the female literacy rate is 31.14%.