Nagar - Chandwa, Latehar
Nagar is a village situated in the Chandwa subdivision of Latehar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandwa and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Latehar. Chakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagar is 367536. The village covers a total geographical area of 1143 hectares and falls under the 829203 pincode.
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 Latehar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chatra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nagar
As per Census 2011, Nagar village has a total population of 2,078 people, consisting of 1,072 males and 1,006 females. The village has 364 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 379 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,010 literate and 1,068 illiterate residents. Additionally, 493 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 865 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,078 | 1,072 | 1,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 205 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 256 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 865 | 435 | 430 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 584 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,068 | 488 | 580 |
Nearby Villages of Nagar
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambadohar | South | 1.90 km |
| Damodar | South | 2.12 km |
| Bana | East | 2.56 km |
| Kuramubartpur | North | 2.77 km |
| Chitarpur | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Chatro | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Hisri | South | 3.50 km |
| Angara | South | 3.56 km |
| Murgaon | North | 3.80 km |
| Chatuang | South-West | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nagar
Public transport in the Nagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tori, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Latehar to Nagar is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in 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 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 Nagar
Where is Nagar located?
Nagar village is located in Chandwa Subdivision, Latehar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Nagar is Chakala.
What is the pincode of Nagar?
The pincode of Nagar is 829203.
What is the population of Nagar?
Nagar has a total population of 2,078, including 1,072 males and 1,006 females.
How many households are there in Nagar?
There are 364 households in Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagar is 48.60%. Male literacy is 54.48% and female literacy is 42.35%.