Nagda - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Nagda is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Nagda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagda is 458370. The village covers a total geographical area of 958.33 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Nagda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nagda
According to the 2011 Census, Nagda village had a total population of 505 people, including 256 males and 249 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.70%, with male literacy at 57.48% and female literacy at 37.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 272.
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 | 505 | 256 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 42 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 129 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 123 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 133 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Nagda
Nagda 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 Nagda
Public transport in the Nagda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijawar to Nagda is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Nagda is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagda 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 Nagda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagda 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 Nagda
Where is Nagda located?
Nagda village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagda?
Nagda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nagda?
The pincode of Nagda is 471405.
What is the population of Nagda?
Nagda had a total population of 505, including 256 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Nagda?
Nagda had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nagda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagda was 47.70%. Male literacy was 57.48% and female literacy was 37.19%.