Nakti - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Nakti is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Bandgaon and around 52 km from Chaibasa. Nakti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nakti is 377042. The village covers a total geographical area of 310 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Chakhardharpur is the nearest town.
Nakti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nakti
As per Census 2011, Nakti village has a total population of 1,454 people, consisting of 718 males and 736 females. The village has 318 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 583 literate and 871 illiterate residents. Additionally, 200 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,167 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nakti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,454 | 718 | 736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 126 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 100 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,167 | 579 | 588 |
| Literate Population | 583 | 404 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 871 | 314 | 557 |
Nearby Villages of Nakti
Nakti 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 Nakti
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Nakti. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Nakti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Nakti is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nakti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nakti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nakti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nakti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nakti
Where is Nakti located?
Nakti village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nakti?
Nakti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nakti?
The pincode of Nakti is 833201.
What is the population of Nakti?
Nakti has a total population of 1,454, including 718 males and 736 females.
How many households are there in Nakti?
There are 318 households in Nakti.
What is the literacy rate in Nakti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nakti is 40.10%. Male literacy is 56.27% and female literacy is 24.32%.