Nongarh - Ramgarh Chowk, Lakhisarai
Nongarh is a village situated in the Ramgarh Chowk subdivision of Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramgarh Chowk and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Lakhisarai. Nongarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nongarh is 243743. The village covers a total geographical area of 535.3 hectares and falls under the 811311 pincode. Lakhisarai is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Nongarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nongarh
As per Census 2011, Nongarh village has a total population of 4,830 people, consisting of 2,463 males and 2,367 females. The village has 784 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 981 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,208 literate and 2,622 illiterate residents. Additionally, 733 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nongarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,830 | 2,463 | 2,367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 981 | 525 | 456 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 733 | 380 | 353 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,208 | 1,241 | 967 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,622 | 1,222 | 1,400 |
Nearby Villages of Nongarh
Nongarh 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 Nongarh
Public transport in the Nongarh is mainly available through bus services. Nongarh has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhisarai to Nongarh is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nongarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nongarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nongarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nongarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nongarh
Where is Nongarh located?
Nongarh village is located in Ramgarh Chowk Subdivision, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nongarh?
Nongarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nongarh?
The pincode of Nongarh is 811311.
What is the population of Nongarh?
Nongarh has a total population of 4,830, including 2,463 males and 2,367 females.
How many households are there in Nongarh?
There are 784 households in Nongarh.
What is the literacy rate in Nongarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nongarh is 45.71%. Male literacy is 50.39% and female literacy is 40.85%.