Narmada Nagar - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Narmada Nagar is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Narmada Nagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narmada Nagar is 506075. The village covers a total geographical area of 308.47 hectares and falls under the 450119 pincode. Mundi is the nearest town.
Narmada Nagar 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 Narmada Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Narmada Nagar village had a total population of 9,198 people, including 4,852 males and 4,346 females, living in 2,124 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.07%, with male literacy at 88.45% and female literacy at 74.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,711, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,693.
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 | 9,198 | 4,852 | 4,346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,423 | 764 | 659 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,711 | 908 | 803 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,693 | 884 | 809 |
| Literate Population | 6,381 | 3,616 | 2,765 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,817 | 1,236 | 1,581 |
Nearby Villages of Narmada Nagar
Narmada Nagar 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 Narmada Nagar
Narmada Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khandwa to Narmada Nagar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narmada Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narmada Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narmada Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narmada Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narmada Nagar
Where is Narmada Nagar located?
Narmada Nagar village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narmada Nagar?
Narmada Nagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narmada Nagar?
The pincode of Narmada Nagar is 450119.
What is the population of Narmada Nagar?
Narmada Nagar had a total population of 9,198, including 4,852 males and 4,346 females.
How many households are there in Narmada Nagar?
Narmada Nagar had 2,124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narmada Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narmada Nagar was 82.07%. Male literacy was 88.45% and female literacy was 74.99%.