Nahra - Batala, Gurdaspur
Nahra is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Machrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nahra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nahra is 028547. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Nahra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nahra
According to the 2011 Census, Nahra village had a total population of 131 people, including 69 males and 62 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.61%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 79.31%.
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 | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 13 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Nahra
Nahra 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 Nahra
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Nahra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gurdaspur to Nahra is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nahra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nahra 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nahra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nahra 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 Nahra
Where is Nahra located?
Nahra village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nahra?
The Gram Panchayat of Nahra is Machrai.
What is the pincode of Nahra?
The pincode of Nahra is 143506.
What is the population of Nahra?
Nahra had a total population of 131, including 69 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Nahra?
Nahra had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nahra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nahra was 83.61%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 79.31%.