Nanan - Silao, Nalanda
Nanan is a village situated in the Silao subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Silao and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Nanand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nanan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nanan is 245096. The village covers a total geographical area of 811 hectares and falls under the 803115 pincode. Silao is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Nanan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgir Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nalanda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nanan
As per Census 2011, Nanan village has a total population of 8,210 people, consisting of 4,222 males and 3,988 females. The village has 1,372 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,499 literate and 3,711 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,031 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nanan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,210 | 4,222 | 3,988 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,224 | 628 | 596 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,031 | 526 | 505 |
| Literate Population | 4,499 | 2,834 | 1,665 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,711 | 1,388 | 2,323 |
Nearby Villages of Nanan
Nanan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhagwanpur | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Dharhara | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Pokharpur | East | 2.43 km |
| Bindi Dih | South | 2.51 km |
| Bakra | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Gorma | South | 2.66 km |
| Karianna | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Bhadari | West | 2.96 km |
| Chorsua | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Maniawan | North-West | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nanan
Nanan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nalanda, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Silao to Nanan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Biharsharif to Nanan is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nanan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nanan 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 Nanan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nanan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nanan
Where is Nanan located?
Nanan village is located in Silao Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nanan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nanan is Nanand.
What is the pincode of Nanan?
The pincode of Nanan is 803115.
What is the population of Nanan?
Nanan has a total population of 8,210, including 4,222 males and 3,988 females.
How many households are there in Nanan?
There are 1,372 households in Nanan.
What is the literacy rate in Nanan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nanan is 54.80%. Male literacy is 67.12% and female literacy is 41.75%.