Nandra - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Nandra is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Nandra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nandra is 476981. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 451225 pincode. Mandleshwar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Nandra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nandra
As per Census 2011, Nandra village has a total population of 2,809 people, consisting of 1,411 males and 1,398 females. The village has 537 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,877 literate and 932 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 336 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nandra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,809 | 1,411 | 1,398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 182 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 336 | 159 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 1,877 | 1,039 | 838 |
| Illiterate Population | 932 | 372 | 560 |
Nearby Villages of Nandra
Nandra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mudapura | North | 1.41 km |
| Chak Chougawan | South | 1.87 km |
| Ramdad | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Pipliyadeo | North | 3.04 km |
| Chougawan | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Katargaon | East | 4.18 km |
| Khumbhya | East | 4.30 km |
| Bandera | North-East | 4.35 km |
| Pathrad Bujurga | South-East | 4.48 km |
| Mundya Kheda | North | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nandra
Nandra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barwaha, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Mandleshwar to Nandra is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Nandra is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nandra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nandra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nandra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nandra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nandra
Where is Nandra located?
Nandra village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nandra?
Nandra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nandra?
The pincode of Nandra is 451225.
What is the population of Nandra?
Nandra has a total population of 2,809, including 1,411 males and 1,398 females.
How many households are there in Nandra?
There are 537 households in Nandra.
What is the literacy rate in Nandra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nandra is 66.82%. Male literacy is 73.64% and female literacy is 59.94%.