Nandana - Harrai, Chhindwara
Nandana is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Amari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nandana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nandana is 494188. The village covers a total geographical area of 398.95 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Nandana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nandana
According to the 2011 Census, Nandana village had a total population of 369 people, including 182 males and 187 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.03%, with male literacy at 72.85% and female literacy at 43.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 252.
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 | 369 | 182 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 20 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 127 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 110 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 72 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Nandana
Nandana 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 Nandana
Nandana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harrai to Nandana is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Nandana is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nandana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nandana 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nandana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nandana 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nandana
Where is Nandana located?
Nandana village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nandana?
The Gram Panchayat of Nandana is Amari.
What is the pincode of Nandana?
The pincode of Nandana is 480224.
What is the population of Nandana?
Nandana had a total population of 369, including 182 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Nandana?
Nandana had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nandana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nandana was 58.03%. Male literacy was 72.85% and female literacy was 43.51%.