Nakiya - Ajgarbahar, Korba
Nakiya is a village situated in the Ajgarbahar tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 70 km from Korba and around 70 km from Korba. Nakiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nakiya is 436309. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.52 hectares and falls under the 495684 pincode. Balko is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Nakiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nakiya
As per Census 2011, Nakiya village has a total population of 452 people, consisting of 244 males and 208 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 203 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 423 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nakiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 452 | 244 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 423 | 229 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 136 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 108 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Nakiya
Nakiya 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 Nakiya
Nakiya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balko to Nakiya is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Nakiya is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nakiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nakiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nakiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nakiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nakiya
Where is Nakiya located?
Nakiya village is located in Ajgarbahar Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nakiya?
Nakiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nakiya?
The pincode of Nakiya is 495684.
What is the population of Nakiya?
Nakiya has a total population of 452, including 244 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Nakiya?
There are 120 households in Nakiya.
What is the literacy rate in Nakiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nakiya is 44.91%. Male literacy is 55.74% and female literacy is 32.21%.