Naukadih - Surajgarha, Lakhisarai
Naukadih is a village situated in the Surajgarha subdivision of Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surajgarha and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Lakhisarai. Urain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naukadih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naukadih is 243510. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.6 hectares and falls under the 811309 pincode. Lakhisarai is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Naukadih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Naukadih
According to the 2011 Census, Naukadih village had a total population of 1,273 people, including 690 males and 583 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.14%, with male literacy at 61.26% and female literacy at 36.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 469, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,273 | 690 | 583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 117 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 469 | 249 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 524 | 351 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 749 | 339 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Naukadih
Naukadih 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 Naukadih
Public transport in the Naukadih is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Naukadih.
| 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 Lakhisarai to Naukadih is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naukadih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naukadih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naukadih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naukadih 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 Naukadih
Where is Naukadih located?
Naukadih village is located in Surajgarha Subdivision, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naukadih?
The Gram Panchayat of Naukadih is Urain.
What is the pincode of Naukadih?
The pincode of Naukadih is 811309.
What is the population of Naukadih?
Naukadih had a total population of 1,273, including 690 males and 583 females.
How many households are there in Naukadih?
Naukadih had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naukadih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naukadih was 50.14%. Male literacy was 61.26% and female literacy was 36.65%.