Nankar - Narkatiaganj, Pashchim Champaran
Nankar is a village situated in the Narkatiaganj subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narkatiaganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Rakhahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nankar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nankar is 216632. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.2 hectares and falls under the 845451 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 11 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 1,339 people, consisting of 703 males and 636 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 433 literate and 906 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nankar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,339 | 703 | 636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 166 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 433 | 295 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 906 | 408 | 498 |
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
Public transport in the Nankar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Nankar is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Nankar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Nankar
Where is Nankar located?
Nankar village is located in Narkatiaganj Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nankar?
The Gram Panchayat of Nankar is Rakhahi.
What is the pincode of Nankar?
The pincode of Nankar is 845451.
What is the population of Nankar?
Nankar has a total population of 1,339, including 703 males and 636 females.
How many households are there in Nankar?
There are 277 households in Nankar.
What is the literacy rate in Nankar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nankar is 32.34%. Male literacy is 41.96% and female literacy is 21.70%.