Nelsod - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Nelsod is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Jethhegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nelsod village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nelsod is 448018. The village covers a total geographical area of 336.16 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Nelsod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nelsod
According to the 2011 Census, Nelsod village had a total population of 213 people, including 108 males and 105 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.54%, with male literacy at 74.39% and female literacy at 46.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 207.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 213 | 108 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 26 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 106 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 61 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 47 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Nelsod
Nelsod 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nawagarh | South | 1.88 km |
| Jethegaon | West | 2.20 km |
| Karregaon | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Amodi | North | 2.69 km |
| Mandagaon | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Laman | North | 3.57 km |
| Marrampani | North-West | 4.84 km |
| Vatintola | West | 4.93 km |
| Aamakot | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Michesukhi | West | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nelsod
Nelsod is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.0 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 Antagarh to Nelsod is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Nelsod is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nelsod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nelsod village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nelsod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nelsod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nelsod
Where is Nelsod located?
Nelsod village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nelsod?
The Gram Panchayat of Nelsod is Jethhegaon.
What is the pincode of Nelsod?
The pincode of Nelsod is 494665.
What is the population of Nelsod?
Nelsod had a total population of 213, including 108 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Nelsod?
Nelsod had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nelsod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nelsod was 59.54%. Male literacy was 74.39% and female literacy was 46.15%.