Nahar - Jambusar, Bharuch
Nahar is a village situated in the Jambusar taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jambusar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Nahar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nahar is 521872. The village covers a total geographical area of 568.64 hectares and falls under the 392155 pincode. Jambusar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Nahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nahar
As per Census 2011, Nahar village has a total population of 1,761 people, consisting of 919 males and 842 females. The village has 336 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,226 literate and 535 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nahar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,761 | 919 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 116 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 47 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,226 | 708 | 518 |
| Illiterate Population | 535 | 211 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Nahar
Nahar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Nahar
Public transport in the Nahar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jambusar to Nahar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Nahar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nahar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nahar
Where is Nahar located?
Nahar village is located in Jambusar Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nahar?
Nahar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nahar?
The pincode of Nahar is 392155.
What is the population of Nahar?
Nahar has a total population of 1,761, including 919 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Nahar?
There are 336 households in Nahar.
What is the literacy rate in Nahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nahar is 69.62%. Male literacy is 77.04% and female literacy is 61.52%.