Nurda - Hat Gamharia, West Singhbhum
Nurda is a village situated in the Hat Gamharia subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from Hat Gamharia and around 23 km from Chaibasa. Nurda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nurda is 378024. The village covers a total geographical area of 1403 hectares and falls under the 833214 pincode. Chaibasa is the nearest town.
Nurda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaibasa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nurda
As per Census 2011, Nurda village has a total population of 2,302 people, consisting of 1,155 males and 1,147 females. The village has 485 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 413 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 723 literate and 1,579 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,848 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nurda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,302 | 1,155 | 1,147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 413 | 211 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,848 | 932 | 916 |
| Literate Population | 723 | 468 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,579 | 687 | 892 |
Nearby Villages of Nurda
Nurda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Iligara | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Baljori | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Chuada | North | 3.32 km |
| Siringsia | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Burusiringsia | West | 3.90 km |
| Kendposi | South | 4.04 km |
| Gangimundi | East | 4.56 km |
| Durirta | North | 4.57 km |
| Talaburuwith Sanlisia | North | 5.01 km |
| Padampur | North-West | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nurda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Nurda. The nearest railway station is Kendposi, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chaibasa to Nurda is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nurda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nurda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nurda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nurda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nurda
Where is Nurda located?
Nurda village is located in Hat Gamharia Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nurda?
Nurda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nurda?
The pincode of Nurda is 833214.
What is the population of Nurda?
Nurda has a total population of 2,302, including 1,155 males and 1,147 females.
How many households are there in Nurda?
There are 485 households in Nurda.
What is the literacy rate in Nurda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nurda is 31.41%. Male literacy is 40.52% and female literacy is 22.23%.