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.
Nahanda has its own place in the vibrant Durg region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Nahanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nahanda village:
- The total population of Nahanda village is around 1,492, including approximately 743 males and 749 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 148 children aged 0–6 years in Nahanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nahanda village has 104 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 126 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Nahanda village is about 71.38%, with male literacy at 81.56% and female literacy at 61.28%.
- There are around 310 households in Nahanda village.
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%.