Nakrana - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Nakrana is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Nakrana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nakrana is 019585. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.03 hectares and falls under the 174310 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Nakrana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nakrana
As per Census 2011, Nakrana village has a total population of 833 people, consisting of 454 males and 379 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 834 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 483 literate and 350 illiterate residents. Additionally, 290 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nakrana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 833 | 454 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 91 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 169 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 483 | 288 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 166 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Nakrana
Nakrana 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 Nakrana
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naina Devi to Nakrana is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Nakrana is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Nakrana
Where is Nakrana located?
Nakrana village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nakrana?
Nakrana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nakrana?
The pincode of Nakrana is 174310.
What is the population of Nakrana?
Nakrana has a total population of 833, including 454 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Nakrana?
There are 166 households in Nakrana.
What is the literacy rate in Nakrana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nakrana is 57.98%. Male literacy is 63.44% and female literacy is 51.45%.