Vidhya Nagar
Vidhya Nagar is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Asebeda is the gram panchayat of Vidhya Nagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Vidhya Nagar unique in its vibrant Pakhanjur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Vidhya Nagar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Vidhya Nagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vidhya Nagar is 448283. The village spans a total geographical area of 224.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496115. Pakhanjur is nearest town to Vidhya Nagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vidhya Nagar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vidhya Nagar
Population of Vidhya Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Vidhya Nagar has a total population of about 940, with approximately 491 males and 449 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 156 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.17%, with male literacy at about 68.64% and female literacy near 53.01%. There are around 185 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vidhya Nagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 940 | 491 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 81 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 575 | 337 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 154 | 211 |
Connectivity of Vidhya Nagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vidhya Nagar. As per the 2011 stats, Vidhya Nagar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vidhya Nagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Vidhya Nagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vidhya Nagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vidhya Nagar
- Where is Vidhya Nagar located?
- Vidhya Nagar village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vidhya Nagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vidhya Nagar is Asebeda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vidhya Nagar?
- The pincode of Vidhya Nagar is 496115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vidhya Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vidhya Nagar is 940, with 491 males and 449 females.
- How many households are there in Vidhya Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vidhya Nagar village has a total of 185 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vidhya Nagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vidhya Nagar is 61.17%. The male literacy rate is 68.64%, while the female literacy rate is 53.01%.