Nanand - Nilanga, Latur
Nanand is a village situated in the Nilanga tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilanga and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Nanand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nanand is 560727. The village covers a total geographical area of 1975 hectares and falls under the 413521 pincode. Nilanga is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Nanand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nanand
As per Census 2011, Nanand village has a total population of 4,061 people, consisting of 2,113 males and 1,948 females. The village has 819 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 532 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,734 literate and 1,327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 375 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nanand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,061 | 2,113 | 1,948 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 532 | 302 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 193 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,734 | 1,582 | 1,152 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,327 | 531 | 796 |
Nearby Villages of Nanand
Nanand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singnal | South | 2.21 km |
| Jauwadi | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Anandwadi | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Jau | North | 3.70 km |
| Mannathpur | South-East | 4.26 km |
| Jewari | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Bamni | South | 4.95 km |
| Shivani Lakh | West | 4.98 km |
| Dhanora | South-East | 5.40 km |
| Mubarakpur | North-East | 5.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nanand
Public transport in the Nanand is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhatangli, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilanga to Nanand is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Nanand is about 55 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 Nanand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nanand 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 Nanand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nanand 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nanand
Where is Nanand located?
Nanand village is located in Nilanga Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nanand?
Nanand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nanand?
The pincode of Nanand is 413521.
What is the population of Nanand?
Nanand has a total population of 4,061, including 2,113 males and 1,948 females.
How many households are there in Nanand?
There are 819 households in Nanand.
What is the literacy rate in Nanand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nanand is 67.32%. Male literacy is 74.87% and female literacy is 59.14%.