Krantinagar - Nandgaon, Nashik
Krantinagar is a village situated in the Nandgaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandgaon and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Krantinagar village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krantinagar is 550336. The village covers a total geographical area of 537 hectares and falls under the 423104 pincode. Nandgaon is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Krantinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Krantinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Krantinagar village had a total population of 1,796 people, including 956 males and 840 females, living in 382 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.50%, with male literacy at 89.14% and female literacy at 75.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 168.
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 | 1,796 | 956 | 840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 118 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 90 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 1,306 | 747 | 559 |
| Illiterate Population | 490 | 209 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Krantinagar
Krantinagar 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 Krantinagar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Krantinagar. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Krantinagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandgaon to Krantinagar is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Krantinagar is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Krantinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krantinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Krantinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krantinagar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Krantinagar
Where is Krantinagar located?
Krantinagar village is located in Nandgaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Krantinagar?
Krantinagar is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Krantinagar?
The pincode of Krantinagar is 423104.
What is the population of Krantinagar?
Krantinagar had a total population of 1,796, including 956 males and 840 females.
How many households are there in Krantinagar?
Krantinagar had 382 households.
What is the literacy rate in Krantinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krantinagar was 82.50%. Male literacy was 89.14% and female literacy was 75.03%.