Vidhya Nagar Village - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Vidhya Nagar is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Asebeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vidhya Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vidhya Nagar is 448283. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.96 hectares and falls under the 494776 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Vidhya 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 Vidhya Nagar
As per Census 2011, Vidhya Nagar village has a total population of 940 people, consisting of 491 males and 449 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 575 literate and 365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vidhya Nagar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 940 | 491 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 81 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 575 | 337 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 154 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Vidhya Nagar
Vidhya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yesebeda | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Sohgaon | West | 1.72 km |
| Sham Nagar | South | 2.00 km |
| Subhash Nagar | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Krishna Nagar | North | 2.14 km |
| Satyanand Nagar | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Rajendra Nagar | East | 3.07 km |
| Govindpur | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Purshotam Nagar | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Deoda | East | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vidhya Nagar
Vidhya Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 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 134.1 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 Vidhya Nagar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Vidhya Nagar is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vidhya Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vidhya Nagar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Vidhya 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 Vidhya 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Vidhya Nagar
Where is Vidhya Nagar located?
Vidhya Nagar village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vidhya Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Vidhya Nagar is Asebeda.
What is the pincode of Vidhya Nagar?
The pincode of Vidhya Nagar is 494776.
What is the population of Vidhya Nagar?
Vidhya Nagar has a total population of 940, including 491 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Vidhya Nagar?
There are 185 households in Vidhya Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Vidhya Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vidhya Nagar is 61.17%. Male literacy is 68.64% and female literacy is 53.01%.