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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Nakrana village had a total population of 833 people, including 454 males and 379 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 835 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.60%, with male literacy at 79.34% and female literacy at 58.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 290, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 109.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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
| 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 had a total population of 833, including 454 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Nakrana?
Nakrana had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nakrana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nakrana was 69.60%. Male literacy was 79.34% and female literacy was 58.91%.