Daya Nagar - Bande, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Daya Nagar is a village situated in the Bande tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from Pakhanjur and around 155 km from Kanker. Vishnupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daya Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daya Nagar is 448383. The village covers a total geographical area of 355.7 hectares and falls under the 494777 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Daya Nagar 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 Daya Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Daya Nagar village had a total population of 743 people, including 396 males and 347 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.26%, with male literacy at 71.04% and female literacy at 58.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 743 | 396 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 233 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 163 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Daya Nagar
Daya Nagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panawar | North | 1.44 km |
| Durgapur | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Goutampur | North | 2.28 km |
| Uliya | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Mausamtola | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Vishnupur | North | 4.34 km |
| Karshak Nagar | North-West | 4.82 km |
| Todhur | North-East | 5.37 km |
| Chhote Pakhanjur | South-East | 5.59 km |
| Hawalbaras | North | 5.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daya Nagar
Daya Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajuli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 138.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Daya Nagar is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Daya Nagar is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daya Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daya Nagar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daya Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daya Nagar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Daya Nagar
Where is Daya Nagar located?
Daya Nagar village is located in Bande Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Daya Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Daya Nagar is Vishnupur.
What is the pincode of Daya Nagar?
The pincode of Daya Nagar is 494777.
What is the population of Daya Nagar?
Daya Nagar had a total population of 743, including 396 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Daya Nagar?
Daya Nagar had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daya Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daya Nagar was 65.26%. Male literacy was 71.04% and female literacy was 58.68%.