Nandkar
Nandkar is a village located in Bhiwandi tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Bhiwandi (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Nandkar village is also a gram panchayat.
Nandkar has its own place in the vibrant Thane region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Nandkar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nandkar is 552637. The village spans a total geographical area of 487 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Nandkar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Nandkar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Nandkar
Population of Nandkar
Below is a concise population overview of Nandkar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,603 | 830 | 773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 103 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 111 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 1,109 | 638 | 471 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 192 | 302 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nandkar village:
- The total population of Nandkar village is around 1,603, including approximately 830 males and 773 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 192 children aged 0–6 years in Nandkar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nandkar village has 206 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 161 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Nandkar village is about 69.18%, with male literacy at 76.87% and female literacy at 60.93%.
- There are around 325 households in Nandkar village.
Connectivity of Nandkar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nandkar. As per the 2011 stats, Nandkar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nandkar
Knowing the nearby villages of Nandkar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nandkar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nandkar
- Where is Nandkar located?
- Nandkar village is situated in Bhiwandi Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nandkar?
- Nandkar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Nandkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nandkar is 1,603, with 830 males and 773 females.
- How many households are there in Nandkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nandkar village has a total of 325 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nandkar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nandkar is 69.18%. The male literacy rate is 76.87%, while the female literacy rate is 60.93%.