Nanakpur - Ashta, Sehore
Nanakpur is a village situated in the Ashta tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashta and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Lasudiya Vijaysingh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nanakpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nanakpur is 482909. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.4 hectares and falls under the 466116 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Nanakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nanakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Nanakpur village had a total population of 951 people, including 492 males and 459 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.00%, with male literacy at 92.08% and female literacy at 58.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113.
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 | 951 | 492 | 459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 88 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 55 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 589 | 372 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 120 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Nanakpur
Nanakpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badodiya Gadri | East | 1.75 km |
| Lasudliya Vijaysingh | North | 2.41 km |
| Deepla Khedi | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Kannod Mirzi | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Khamkheda Ashta | South | 2.71 km |
| Jharkhedi | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Sanga Khedi | West | 3.26 km |
| Morukhedi | West | 3.34 km |
| Shyampur Tappa | East | 3.58 km |
| Mali Khedi | North-West | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nanakpur
Public transport in the Nanakpur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jabri, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.7 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 Ashta to Nanakpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Nanakpur is about 57 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 Nanakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nanakpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nanakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nanakpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nanakpur
Where is Nanakpur located?
Nanakpur village is located in Ashta Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nanakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nanakpur is Lasudiya Vijaysingh.
What is the pincode of Nanakpur?
The pincode of Nanakpur is 466116.
What is the population of Nanakpur?
Nanakpur had a total population of 951, including 492 males and 459 females.
How many households are there in Nanakpur?
Nanakpur had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nanakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nanakpur was 76.00%. Male literacy was 92.08% and female literacy was 58.49%.