Nerthua - Kako, Jehanabad
Nerthua is a village situated in the Kako subdivision of Jehanabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kako and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Jehanabad . Nerthua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nerthua is 260239. The village covers a total geographical area of 380 hectares and falls under the 804418 pincode. Jehanabad is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Nerthua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Makhdumpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nerthua
As per Census 2011, Nerthua village has a total population of 4,416 people, consisting of 2,256 males and 2,160 females. The village has 703 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 977 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,124 literate and 2,292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 639 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nerthua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,416 | 2,256 | 2,160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 977 | 499 | 478 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 639 | 326 | 313 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,124 | 1,336 | 788 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,292 | 920 | 1,372 |
Nearby Villages of Nerthua
Nerthua is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pinjora | East | 1.41 km |
| Kishunpur | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Niazipur | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Mai | North-West | 1.49 km |
| Dekuli | South | 2.16 km |
| Murasa | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Sarthua | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Maniari | North | 2.36 km |
| Imalia | East | 2.60 km |
| Basantpur Harahar | North-East | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nerthua
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Nerthua. The nearest railway station is Mai Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jehanabad to Nerthua is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nerthua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nerthua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nerthua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nerthua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nerthua
Where is Nerthua located?
Nerthua village is located in Kako Subdivision, Jehanabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nerthua?
Nerthua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nerthua?
The pincode of Nerthua is 804418.
What is the population of Nerthua?
Nerthua has a total population of 4,416, including 2,256 males and 2,160 females.
How many households are there in Nerthua?
There are 703 households in Nerthua.
What is the literacy rate in Nerthua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nerthua is 48.10%. Male literacy is 59.22% and female literacy is 36.48%.