Nankar - Lauriya, Pashchim Champaran
Nankar is a village situated in the Lauriya subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lauriya and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Lakar-sisai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nankar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nankar is 216755. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 845453 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Nankar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narkatiaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nankar
As per Census 2011, Nankar village has a total population of 983 people, consisting of 524 males and 459 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 668 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nankar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 983 | 524 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 94 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 237 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 668 | 287 | 381 |
Nearby Villages of Nankar
Nankar 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 Nankar
Nankar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Nankar.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Nankar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Nankar is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nankar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nankar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nankar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nankar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nankar
Where is Nankar located?
Nankar village is located in Lauriya Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nankar?
The Gram Panchayat of Nankar is Lakar-sisai.
What is the pincode of Nankar?
The pincode of Nankar is 845453.
What is the population of Nankar?
Nankar has a total population of 983, including 524 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Nankar?
There are 173 households in Nankar.
What is the literacy rate in Nankar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nankar is 32.04%. Male literacy is 45.23% and female literacy is 16.99%.