Nandana - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Nandana is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Dantha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nandana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nandana is 505915. The village covers a total geographical area of 944.6 hectares and falls under the 450119 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Nandana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nandana
As per Census 2011, Nandana village has a total population of 1,429 people, consisting of 709 males and 720 females. The village has 266 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 648 literate and 781 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 692 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nandana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,429 | 709 | 720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 109 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 80 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 692 | 341 | 351 |
| Literate Population | 648 | 418 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 781 | 291 | 490 |
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 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Khandwa to Nandana is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nandana
Where is Nandana located?
Nandana village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nandana?
The Gram Panchayat of Nandana is Dantha.
What is the pincode of Nandana?
The pincode of Nandana is 450119.
What is the population of Nandana?
Nandana has a total population of 1,429, including 709 males and 720 females.
How many households are there in Nandana?
There are 266 households in Nandana.
What is the literacy rate in Nandana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nandana is 45.35%. Male literacy is 58.96% and female literacy is 31.94%.