Nakulnar - Kuakonda, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Nakulnar is a village situated in the Kuakonda tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kuwakonda and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Nakulnar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nakulnar is 450230. The village covers a total geographical area of 666.78 hectares and falls under the 494552 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Nakulnar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nakulnar
As per Census 2011, Nakulnar village has a total population of 2,050 people, consisting of 978 males and 1,072 females. The village has 330 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,540 literate and 510 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,290 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nakulnar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,050 | 978 | 1,072 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 132 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 58 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,290 | 603 | 687 |
| Literate Population | 1,540 | 761 | 779 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 217 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Nakulnar
Nakulnar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hitawar | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Kuakonda | East | 3.28 km |
| Samgiri | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Ganjenar | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Jimer | South | 4.68 km |
| Khutepal | South-West | 4.98 km |
| Mailawada | South-East | 5.40 km |
| Gongpal | South-East | 5.49 km |
| Halbaras | East | 5.77 km |
| Renganar | North | 5.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nakulnar
Public transport in the Nakulnar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhansi, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bade Bacheli to Nakulnar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Nakulnar is about 25 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 Nakulnar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nakulnar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nakulnar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nakulnar 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Nakulnar
Where is Nakulnar located?
Nakulnar village is located in Kuakonda Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nakulnar?
Nakulnar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nakulnar?
The pincode of Nakulnar is 494552.
What is the population of Nakulnar?
Nakulnar has a total population of 2,050, including 978 males and 1,072 females.
How many households are there in Nakulnar?
There are 330 households in Nakulnar.
What is the literacy rate in Nakulnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nakulnar is 75.12%. Male literacy is 77.81% and female literacy is 72.67%.