Netaji Nagar - Bande, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Netaji Nagar is a village situated in the Bande tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Pakhanjur and around 151 km from Kanker. Padenga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Netaji Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Netaji Nagar is 448358. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.74 hectares and falls under the 494777 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Netaji 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 Netaji Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Netaji Nagar village had a total population of 672 people, including 342 males and 330 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.67%, with male literacy at 84.07% and female literacy at 69.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 672 | 342 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 47 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 248 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 94 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Netaji Nagar
Netaji 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padenga | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Karkonda | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Ashutosh Nagar | South | 4.38 km |
| Mekawahi | North-West | 4.39 km |
| Pindkasa | South-East | 4.53 km |
| Vijaipur | North-East | 4.73 km |
| Sawer | East | 5.44 km |
| Bande Colony | North-East | 5.44 km |
| Bande | North-East | 5.68 km |
| Karshak Nagar | South | 5.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Netaji Nagar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Netaji Nagar. The nearest railway station is Rajuli, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 144.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Netaji Nagar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Netaji Nagar is about 151 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Netaji Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Netaji 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 Netaji 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 Netaji Nagar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Netaji Nagar
Where is Netaji Nagar located?
Netaji Nagar village is located in Bande Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Netaji Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Netaji Nagar is Padenga.
What is the pincode of Netaji Nagar?
The pincode of Netaji Nagar is 494777.
What is the population of Netaji Nagar?
Netaji Nagar had a total population of 672, including 342 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Netaji Nagar?
Netaji Nagar had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Netaji Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Netaji Nagar was 76.67%. Male literacy was 84.07% and female literacy was 69.10%.