Nawanareki - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Nawanareki is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Hanker serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawanareki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawanareki is 448206. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.22 hectares and falls under the 494777 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Nawanareki 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 Nawanareki
As per Census 2011, Nawanareki village has a total population of 123 people, consisting of 59 males and 64 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 57 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 112 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nawanareki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 123 | 59 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 53 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 26 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Nawanareki
Nawanareki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hardaipur | East | 0.98 km |
| Murjhar | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Mayapur | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Ravindra Nagar | North | 2.16 km |
| Hanker | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Kalyanpur | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Yogendra Nagar | East | 3.22 km |
| Ramkrishanpur | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Baikunthpur | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Avadhpur | North | 3.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nawanareki
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Nawanareki. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 129.8 km.
| 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 Pakhanjur to Nawanareki is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Nawanareki is about 74 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 Nawanareki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawanareki 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 Nawanareki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawanareki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nawanareki
Where is Nawanareki located?
Nawanareki village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawanareki?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawanareki is Hanker.
What is the pincode of Nawanareki?
The pincode of Nawanareki is 494777.
What is the population of Nawanareki?
Nawanareki has a total population of 123, including 59 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Nawanareki?
There are 27 households in Nawanareki.
What is the literacy rate in Nawanareki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawanareki is 46.34%. Male literacy is 55.93% and female literacy is 37.50%.