Naktua - Silwani, Raisen
Naktua is a village situated in the Silwani tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Silwani and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Devri 2 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naktua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naktua is 484873. The village covers a total geographical area of 353.28 hectares and falls under the 464886 pincode. Silwani is the nearest town.
Naktua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Naktua
According to the 2011 Census, Naktua village had a total population of 268 people, including 140 males and 128 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.71%, with male literacy at 83.17% and female literacy at 68.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 268.
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 | 268 | 140 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 39 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 140 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 84 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 56 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Naktua
Naktua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hatnapur | North | 1.81 km |
| Puddar | South | 2.25 km |
| Khamkua | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Sarkhadi | East | 2.73 km |
| Pathapani | West | 3.33 km |
| Salaiya Parsora | South | 3.51 km |
| Bilgawan | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Gadgawan | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Dhana | West | 4.89 km |
| Sanaidar | East | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naktua
Naktua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gadarwara, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.2 km.
| 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 Raisen to Naktua is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naktua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naktua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Naktua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naktua 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naktua
Where is Naktua located?
Naktua village is located in Silwani Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naktua?
The Gram Panchayat of Naktua is Devri 2.
What is the pincode of Naktua?
The pincode of Naktua is 464886.
What is the population of Naktua?
Naktua had a total population of 268, including 140 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Naktua?
Naktua had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naktua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naktua was 75.71%. Male literacy was 83.17% and female literacy was 68.81%.