Nahanda
Nahanda is a village located in Dondi Luhara tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Dondiluhara (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Nahanda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Nahanda unique in its vibrant Dondi Luhara-Durg region. You’ll see Nahanda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Nahanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nahanda is 442952. The village spans a total geographical area of 490.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491771. Dondiluhara is nearest town to Nahanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Nahanda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gunderdehi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Nahanda
Population of Nahanda
According to the 2011 Census, Nahanda has a total population of about 1,492, with approximately 743 males and 749 females. The sex ratio is around 1008 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 148 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 104 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 126. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.38%, with male literacy at about 81.56% and female literacy near 61.28%. There are around 310 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nahanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,492 | 743 | 749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 74 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 1,065 | 606 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 427 | 137 | 290 |
Connectivity of Nahanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nahanda. As per the 2011 stats, Nahanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nahanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Nahanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nahanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nahanda
- Where is Nahanda located?
- Nahanda village is situated in Dondi Luhara Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nahanda?
- Nahanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nahanda?
- The pincode of Nahanda is 491771, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nahanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nahanda is 1,492, with 743 males and 749 females.
- How many households are there in Nahanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nahanda village has a total of 310 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nahanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nahanda is 71.38%. The male literacy rate is 81.56%, while the female literacy rate is 61.28%.