Nandora - Karanja, Wardha
Nandora is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Knamwargram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nandora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nandora is 533621. The village covers a total geographical area of 355.85 hectares and falls under the 442106 pincode. Katol is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Nandora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nandora
As per Census 2011, Nandora village has a total population of 336 people, consisting of 174 males and 162 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 82 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nandora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 336 | 174 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 134 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 40 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Nandora
Nandora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raipur | South | 1.86 km |
| Bhiwapur | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Kannamwargram Heti | West | 2.38 km |
| Kannamwargram | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Jaurkheda | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Ambhora | South | 3.56 km |
| Bangadapur | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Tulana | West | 4.70 km |
| Ajandoh | West | 4.85 km |
| Joga | North-East | 4.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nandora
Nandora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Katol, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katol to Nandora is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Nandora is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nandora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nandora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nandora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nandora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nandora
Where is Nandora located?
Nandora village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nandora?
The Gram Panchayat of Nandora is Knamwargram.
What is the pincode of Nandora?
The pincode of Nandora is 442106.
What is the population of Nandora?
Nandora has a total population of 336, including 174 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Nandora?
There are 87 households in Nandora.
What is the literacy rate in Nandora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nandora is 69.64%. Male literacy is 77.01% and female literacy is 61.73%.