Nankar - Derabish, Kendrapara
Nankar is a village situated in the Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Kendrapara Sadar and around 16 km from Kendrapara . Indalo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nankar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nankar is 396474. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.68 hectares and falls under the 754210 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Nankar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patkura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nankar
According to the 2011 Census, Nankar village had a total population of 610 people, including 312 males and 298 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.95%, with male literacy at 90.61% and female literacy at 73.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 139.
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 | 610 | 312 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 35 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 73 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 251 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 61 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Nankar
Nankar 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 Nankar
Nankar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kendrapara to Nankar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Nankar is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nankar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nankar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nankar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nankar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nankar
Where is Nankar located?
Nankar village is located in Derabish Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nankar?
The Gram Panchayat of Nankar is Indalo.
What is the pincode of Nankar?
The pincode of Nankar is 754210.
What is the population of Nankar?
Nankar had a total population of 610, including 312 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Nankar?
Nankar had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nankar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nankar was 81.95%. Male literacy was 90.61% and female literacy was 73.29%.